Best Chris DeSantis Podcasts (2025)

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SCOTUS, Meet The Broligarchs 1:08:22

1d ago1:08:22

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After Silicon Valley’s yeet to the right after Donald Trump was elected in 2016, and the DOGE-ification of the federal government (read: chaos and abuse as the driving ethos of HR), it felt like high time to delve into the evolving relationship between tech billionaires like Elon Musk and Peter Thiel and the U.S. government. Their influence has mas…

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Tim Rips Stephen Miller’s Sick Abuse of Power 10:32

2h ago10:32

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Tim Miller joins Symone Sanders-Townsend, Michael Steele, and Alicia Menendez on MSNBC’s The Weeknight to discuss the Trump administration’s alarming threats to suspend habeas corpus, the disturbing surge in ICE detentions without due process, and how Trump's immigration policies are eroding constitutional protections.…

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They Hate the Pope?! 10:18

18m ago10:18

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Andrew Egger and Will Sommer dig into the MAGA reaction to Pope Leo XIV, whose recent comments on immigration have triggered the usual suspects despite his otherwise conservative credentials.By The Bulwark

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Trump Defeated! Detained Student Freed After Court Order! 13:38

4h ago13:38

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A recent federal appeals court ruling has mandated that the Trump administration transfer Rumeysa Öztürk, a Turkish Ph.D. student at Tufts University, from an ICE detention center in Louisiana.By The Bulwark

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Chris Murphy Nukes Kristi Noem’s Out-of-Control DHS 9:44

6h ago9:44

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Sen. Chris Murphy confronted DHS Secretary Kristi Noem about her agency's illegal overspending, immigration law violations, and mismanagement of funds.By The Bulwark

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Trump Nominates “Reckless Maniac” for District Attorney in DC 9:45

2h ago9:45

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Tim Miller breaks down Fox News' Judge Jeanine Pirro's controversial history as Donald Trump taps her for US Attorney to DC.By The Bulwark

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American ‘Squid Game’ Could Be Coming to Gitmo 7:14

1h ago7:14

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein discuss a shocking proposal to turn Guantanamo Bay into a "transformative" city, blending business, tourism, and immigration in what sounds like a mix of 'Squid Game', 'Severance' and 'The Truman Show.'By The Bulwark

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New American Pope Blasted Trump and JD Vance Before Election 15:03

2h ago15:03

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A shocking twist in church history: the new pope is American—Pope Leo XIV, a 69-year-old Villanova grad with deep ties to South America and the global South. His final tweet before ascending to the papacy took aim at J.D. Vance, mocking him. Though he didn’t speak English during his first blessing, he’s already sparking pride, back home.…

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Trump’s Fake Deal Was So Stupid We Can’t Stop Laughing 11:30

4h ago11:30

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Trump held a bizarre press event celebrating a UK trade deal that changed almost nothing, bragged about tariffs, luxury cars, and claimed empty ports were a win for America. While his team showered him with over-the-top praise.By The Bulwark

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Trump’s Surgeon General Nominee May Be Too Weird Even for MAGA 18:20

6h ago18:20

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Andrew Egger, Jonathan Cohn and Will Sommer discuss President Trump's new nominee for Surgeon General, and the drama it has caused with the anti-vax movement.By The Bulwark

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S4 | E12: Behind the Badge: Modern Policing, Public Trust & Crisis Communication ft. Chris Bess 2:12:06

8h ago2:12:06

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In episode 12 we sit down with Chris Bess, Public Information Officer for the Miami Beach Police Department. With nearly a decade of experience in law enforcement and public affairs, Chris has become a trusted voice for one of the most dynamic cities in the country. From his early days in the academy to leading communications during high-pressure m…

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Trump’s Lies Blow Up in Shocking Declassified Report (w/ Rep. Jim Himes) 11:43

11h ago11:43

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Rep. Jim Himes joins Tim Miller to discuss the de-classified report revealing the Trump administration used disputed intelligence to justify mass deportations under the Alien Enemies Act despite internal reports contradicting their claims.By The Bulwark

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Trump Country Is About to Get Hosed By GOP Lawmakers 16:03

13h ago16:03

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Sam Stein and Jonathan Cohn break down the Republicans’ proposed Medicaid cuts with the potential impacts on millions and political blowback for the GOP. Read More, "Laura Loomer Just Called the GOP’s Bluff on Medicaid Cuts"By The Bulwark

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Europe Abandons Elon Musk, Tesla Sales Plummet 12:30

15h ago12:30

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Tesla sales have plummeted in Europe, so JVL and Ben Parker bask in the joy that is a sad Elon Musk.By The Bulwark

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SCOTUS Just Let Trump Fire These Soldiers! 14:26

16h ago14:26

14:26

Tim Miller and Alaina Kupec, founder and President of the Gender Research Advisory Council + Education (GRACE) discuss the military’s trans ban, what’s really behind it, and how these political attacks are already forcing brave, qualified Americans out of service. Learn more about GRACE: https://www.grace-now.org/…

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Trump’s Lies Exposed by His Own Administration 17:27

1d ago17:27

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Tim Miller joins Nicolle Wallace on MSNBC’s Deadline: White House to discuss Donald Trump’s abuse of the Alien Enemies Act, his targeting of critics like Miles Taylor, and his administration’s purge of military leaders.By The Bulwark

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Right-Wing Militia’s Wild Plot to Destroy the Weather System 12:07

1d ago12:07

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Andrew Egger and Will Sommer discuss the right-wing militia conspiracy group threatening federal weather radar sites, believing they're being used to control the weather.By The Bulwark

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Canada PM Carney Visits Trump’s Oval Office of Insanity 10:42

2d ago10:42

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein react to Canadian PM Mark Carney’s Oval Office visit shortly after winning his election, with mixed signals coming from Trump on trade policies, criticism of his own advisors, and US-Canada relations.By The Bulwark

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The Fox-Trump White House Merger Is Complete 11:07

2d ago11:07

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Sam Stein and Tim Miller talk about how Fox News has become an extension of the Trump White House, with cabinet members flooding the network to win Trump's approval or to spread propaganda? The lines are blurring between media and government.By The Bulwark

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MAGA's New Icon? The Racist Playground Mom 9:57

2d ago9:57

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Tim Miller and Will Sommer break down a disturbing viral video of a woman yelling a racial slur at a child and how MAGA influencers turned her into a cause worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. Check out False Flag here: https://www.thebulwark.com/s/false-flagBy The Bulwark

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Did Whitmer Kill Her 2028 Chances With This? 13:59

2d ago13:59

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Sam Stein, Lauren Egan, and Jonathan Cohn explore how top Democrats are dealing with Trump. Some go hard, some play nice, and others are stuck in the middle. It’s not going great.By The Bulwark

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The Comprehensive Guide to Trump’s Putin Fetish 14:31

3d ago14:31

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Donald Trump’s obsession with Vladimir Putin is deeper—and creepier—than you think. From openly praising Putin’s strength, excusing Russian aggression, to shockingly siding with Russia over American intelligence, Trump’s bizarre fixation raises alarming questions. Will Saletan breaks down the full, disturbing timeline of Trump’s infatuation with Pu…

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Trump’s Insane New Tariffs on… Movies? 18:04

3d ago18:04

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JVL, Sonny Bunch, and Andrew Egger break down Donald Trump's recent Truth Social bleat proposing 100% tariffs on all films "produced in Foreign Lands." The announcement has confused the industry by what it means, how it would work, and why Trump thinks creating more obstacles in an industry still recovering from strikes and COVID would help Hollywo…

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Cover Up!? The Truth About Fetterman’s Health 16:15

3d ago16:15

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Lauren Egan talks to Ben Terris about his article in New York Magazine where he talks about a former top aide to Senator John Fetterman raised serious concerns in a detailed memo, describing erratic behavior, paranoia, and signs of megalomania during Fetterman’s recovery from a stroke and mental health crisis. The article reveals mounting internal …

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Signalgate Just Got WAY WORSE! White House Secrets HACKED!? 14:20

3d ago14:20

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Andrew Egger and Joseph Cox dig into the Signal clone breach that exposed sensitive White House communications and how a photo under the table helped blow the story up.By The Bulwark

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Trump’s Sunday Night Brain Dump Will Leave Your Jaw on the Floor 11:09

7d ago11:09

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Sam Stein and Andrew Egger talk about Trumps Sunday tweets. Whether it’s tweeting about NFL draft picks, making up coal policies mid-speech, or ranting about tariffs on foreign films, Trump’s ideas often begin as bizarre off-the-cuff thoughts and are instantly turned into policy by those around him. His feed reflects this chaos: a mix of dumb sport…

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Work/Life Harmony w/Dave Rollins

7d ago

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Dave Rollins joins to troubleshoot the profession of coaching and the life that happens outside and with it.By Chris DeSantis

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The Worst Cabinet Secretary! | Bulwark on Sunday 42:45

7d ago42:45

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This week on Bulwark on Sunday, Jonathan Cohn joins Bill Kristol to discuss why RFK Jr. is the worst cabinet secretary and what he's doing to America's public health.By The Bulwark

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Trump’s Latest Interview Should Freak You Out 19:17

7d ago19:17

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In his Meet the Press interview, Trump claimed credit for lowering the trade deficit with China through massive tariffs, downplayed rising costs by saying kids don’t need 30 dolls, and shrugged off due process concerns as nothing new. He hinted he’s not seriously pursuing a third term but made clear he no longer cares about public opinion. On forei…

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The Everglades are being starved of water – Governor DeSantis is leading the way to save ‘America’s Marsh’

7d ago

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter talks about how Governor Ron DeSantis is leading the way to save “America’s Marsh” as the Everglades are starved of water. Plus, he shares his concerns on how off-road vehicles are trashing the American West. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7397615/The_Great_Outdoors_5_4_25_2025-05-03-194715.128…

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MAJOR Trump Loss! Judge Rules Order on Law Firms UNCONSTITUTIONAL. 11:14

8d ago11:14

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Bulwark Managing Editor Sam Stein breaks down a major legal ruling from Judge Beryl Howell that delivered a sharp rebuke to Donald Trump’s attempts to punish law firms critical of his administration. With a 102-page ruling, Judge Howell permanently blocked a Trump-era executive order that targeted prominent firms like Perkins Coie and Paul Weiss—ac…

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The Un-American Project 1:20:54

8d ago1:20:54

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Whether it’s attempting to overturn birthright citizenship, effectively stripping citizenship from American children, or claiming Alien Enemy Act war powers under an imaginary invasion, Trump’s anti-immigrant moves are outlandishly unconstitutional. They are also being met with significant pushback from judges, even conservative ones. On this week’…

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The $10M Scandal That Could Bring Down DeSantis! 33:00

9d ago33:00

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Sam Stein talks to reporter Alex Glorioso from the Miami Herald about her article Former federal prosecutors lay out possible crimes in Hope Florida saga Ron DeSantis is facing a growing scandal over “Hope Florida,” a welfare-style initiative spearheaded by his wife Casey. The program rerouted $10 million in Medicaid settlement money meant into pol…

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Is Abu Dhabi Bribing the Trump Family? 7:30

9d ago7:30

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Tim Miller takes on the massive crypto corruption scandal involving Donald Trump, billions in foreign bribes, and shady deals using the Trump family’s own cryptocurrency. Bloomberg: US Weighs Easing Nvidia Chip Curbs on UAE as Trump Plans Visit The New York Times: At a Dubai Conference, Trump’s Conflicts Take Center Stage…

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Female Heroes vs. Trump’s War on “Woke” 20:23

9d ago20:23

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Ben Parker sits down with Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling to talk about the real-world impact of the Women, Peace, and Security program and why gutting it could be a dangerous mistake.By The Bulwark

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Cap, Gown, Chaos 10:26

10d ago10:26

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Sam Stein and Lauren Egan talk through Trump’s chaotic Alabama speech, from trans athlete rants to a bizarre story about a real estate developer.By The Bulwark

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Trump's Tariffs Are Crushing His Voters 9:27

10d ago9:27

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Sarah Longwell joins Nicolle Wallace on MSNBC’s Deadline: White House to discuss how Donald Trump’s chaotic economic and immigration policies are backfiring, sending grocery prices soaring, devastating small business owners, and triggering deep anxiety even among his own supporters. They explore how the political fallout is eroding Trump’s approval…

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How Dems Can Stop Being Boring and WIN 24:04

10d ago24:04

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Lauren Egan chats with Rob Flaherty, former Biden/Harris Deputy Campaign Manager, to break down the White House's media blind spots, missed chances, and why Democrats still struggle to connect.By The Bulwark

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RFK Jr’s War on Vaccines Just Got Worse 16:03

10d ago16:03

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RFK Jr., now in a powerful health role, is pushing anti-vax rhetoric, undermining science, and promoting fringe vaccine policies—fueling exactly the fears critics warned about. The link for tonight's AMA at 8pm ET HHS to require placebo testing of ‘all new vaccines,’ raising questions about approval of updated Covid-19 shots RFK Jr and health agenc…

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Trump Fires Adviser Mike Waltz in Wake of Signalgate 10:03

10d ago10:03

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Sam Stein is joined by Sarah Longwell and Will Sommer to break down a stunning development inside Trump’s national security team: National Security Adviser Mike Waltz is out—after accidentally including Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg on a Signal thread discussing classified information.By The Bulwark

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The DOJ Is Burning Down—and She’s Tweeting Through It 8:41

10d ago8:41

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Sam Stein and Will Sommer break down the chaos inside the DOJ’s civil rights division, where Harmeet Dhillon’s Twitter habits and leadership style are raising eyebrows and prompting resignations.By The Bulwark

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Mike Flynn Devoured by the MAGA Conspiracies He Created 9:29

11d ago9:29

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Will Sommer talks with Sam Stein about the latest edition of his newsletter, False Flag They discuss how Michael Flynn, Trump’s former national security advisor, went from the premier peddler of MAGA conspiracy theories to being the target of oneBy The Bulwark

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Sen. Van Hollen Isn't Afraid To Fight Trump’s Shadow Gulags 19:59

11d ago19:59

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Senator Chris Van Hollen blasts Trump’s first 100 days as a nonstop assault on the Constitution, citing due process violations, First Amendment crackdowns, illegal tariffs, and blatant lawbreaking.By The Bulwark

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Trump’s Understanding Of The Economy Is Like A Toddler 27:48

11d ago27:48

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Donald Trump is scrambling to spin the latest round of bad economic news—negative GDP growth, a sinking stock market, and growing trade war fallout. On this episode, Andrew Egger is joined by Will Saletan to break down Trump’s erratic responses, his blame-shifting tactics, and the increasingly surreal attempts to convince voters that tariffs have n…

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Elon Musk: Power, Paranoia, and Political Obsession 15:59

11d ago15:59

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Lauren Egan is joined by Faiz Siddiqui to talk about his book about Elon Musk called Hubris Maximus. They discuss how he bends rules, dodges accountability, and bankrolls politics—all while building a cult of personality.By The Bulwark

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Leaked Billionaire Group Chats Show The Real Power Behind Trump 18:15

11d ago18:15

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Sam Stein speaks with Semafor’s Ben Smith and Max Tani about Ben’s new piece: “The Group Chats That Changed America.” They discuss how a handful of private Signal threads populated by powerful Silicon Valley elites with direct lines to Trump became underground hubs for shaping media narratives, policy agendas, and the new right-wing power structure…

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Trump Melts Down in His Most Humiliating Interview Ever 12:14

12d ago12:14

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Donald Trump humiliates himself in a disastrous interview, falling for his own team’s obviously fake propaganda.By The Bulwark

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Trump’s 100 Day Rally Goes Off the Rails 14:16

12d ago14:16

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Jonathan Cohn, Tim Miller, and Sam Stein break down Trump’s 100 day Michigan rally.By The Bulwark

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Trump Goons' Masked Ambush Goes WRONG As Bystanders Are THREATENED 18:38

12d ago18:38

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Andrew Egger and JVL break down the chaotic ICE courthouse raid in Virginia and why it’s a dangerous move for both law enforcement and civilians.By The Bulwark

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Bezos Didn’t Just Bend The Knee To Trump. It’s Worse. 11:47

12d ago11:47

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Tim Miller and Sam Stein share their takes on how Jeff Bezos appeared to cave to Trump after a Punchbowl report triggered a MAGA meltdown, and why this episode reflects the broader pattern of influential figures bending to Trump's intimidation.By The Bulwark

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