Bill Kristol: They're F*cking Thieves
Summary
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol discuss the Trump administration’s use of taxpayer funds for political propaganda and $81 billion in budget rescissions. They analyze the 2026 midterm map, highlighting potential Democratic gains in states like Colorado and Idaho. The hosts also critique the White House’s AI strategy and share stories from their Ohio trip supporting the Haitian community.
Topics discussed
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Government-funded political propaganda on TV
DOGE rescissions and $800M budget cuts
JVL predicts 56 Senate seats for Democrats
Economic vibes, housing, and Strait of Hormuz attack
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Gerrymandering, generic ballot, and wave analysis
Race analysis: Idaho, Nebraska, and independent candidates
Colorado races: Crank, Polis, and potential blue wave
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AI policy, China summit, and Meta's 'super intelligence'
AI safety, government commissions, and Trump's style
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Springfield, Ohio: Haitian community support and fear
Local politics: Don Leonard and Iranian student case
Pope Francis, Good Samaritan, and Springfield event recap
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Guest: Patrick Aspard on unity and modeling behavior
Guest: Patrick Aspard on Zohran Mamdani and NYC
Ohio races, John Legend, and closing remarks
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