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Bulwark Takes
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The news cycle doesn’t slow down, and neither does The Bulwark. Bulwark Takes brings you bite-sized takes on the news of the day from the entire Bulwark team, including Tim Miller, Sarah Longwell, and Bill Kristol, and more.
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Sen. Wyden: Banks Knew About Jeffrey Epstein and Looked Away
5d ago00:16:07Summary readySen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) joins Catherine Rampell to discuss his years-long investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's finances and why he believes major Wall Street banks helped enable Epstein's sex trafficking operation by failing to report suspicious transactions. Wyden explains why he says top bank executives should be held accountable, responds to questions about the 60 Minutes interview that never aired, and lays out what Congress could do if Democrats retake the Senate. Wyden also breaks down his opposition to the bipartisan Russia sanctions bill, arguing that it would hand Trump sweeping new tariff powers that could drive up costs for American consumers.
SummaryDrop What You’re Doing Right Now: MTG is on Cameo
6d ago00:35:38Summary readyTaking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/BULWARKTAKES #sponsoredTim Miller, Sam Stein, and Will Sommer take on Laura Loomer’s latest cabinet ambitions, MTG’s over-the-top Vegas wedding, Sean Duffy’s disappearing taxpayer-backed road trip, the bizarre MAHA diet taking hold in Trump’s orbit, Steven Crowder’s defense of fascism, and one congressional candidate’s unbelievable beach brawl.Become a Bulwark Youtube Plus Member here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG4Hp1KbGw4e02N7FpPXDgQ/join
SummaryCommand Post: Report Raises Alarms About U.S. Missile Supply
6d ago00:43:49Summary readyTaking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/BULWARKTAKES #sponsoredLt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.) and Andrew Egger (filling in for Ben Parker) went live to cover reports that the U.S. missile supplies are dwindling, the Russian missile attack on Ukraine, the cyberattacks across several U.S. states, and Oman's role in a potential deal with Iran.
SummaryTrump’s Midterm Nightmare Is Starting Early
6d ago00:17:54Summary readyTaking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/BULWARKTAKES #sponsoredTim Miller joins Nicolle Wallace on Deadline: White House to discuss Donald Trump’s declining approval ratings, voter frustration over the economy and the war in Iran, and Democrats’ midterm opportunities. They also consider the limits of Republican campaign spending and the party’s response to abuse allegations against Rep. Max Miller.Watch Deadline: White House on MS NOW: https://www.ms.now/deadline-white-house
SummaryWe Quiz Tim on the Crazy Stuff That Happened When He Was Out
1w ago00:18:46Summary readyTim Miller and producer Ansley Skipper test how much political news made it through Tim’s vacation bubble, from Trump’s White House correspondents’ dinner insults and the Fauci diaries to Canada tariffs, RFK Jr.’s cooking show, and a bizarre lettuce-recall controversy.Right now get quality window treatments that fit your budget with 3 Day Blinds. Head to https://3DayBlinds.com/BULWARKTAKES for their buy one get one 50% off deal on custom blinds, shades, and drapery.
SummaryInside the Creepy Allegations Against Rep. Chuck Edwards
1w ago00:17:08Summary readyRep. Chuck Edwards faces House Ethics censure over harassment allegations involving young staffers—Christmas tree visits, 30 tubs of ice cream, matching guns, a custom Adam Sandler puzzle. Will Sommer and Sarah Matthews dig into the creepy details, the power dynamics on the Hill, and why GOP colleagues are staying quiet. For their buy 1 get 1 50% off deal, head to https://3DayBlinds.com/BULWARKTAKES.
SummaryMorning Shots: Justice Department Drops FOUR Additional Reflecting Pool Cases
1w ago00:43:44Summary readyAndrew Egger and Bill Kristol went live to cover the DOJ dropping more Reflecting Pool cases, Senate Republicans advancing Todd Blanche's vote out of committee, Max Miller defiantly staying in for bid for re-election, and Oman and Iran potentially coming to a deal over the Strait of Hormuz. For their buy 1 get 1 50% off deal, head to https://3DayBlinds.com/BULWARKTAKES.
SummaryIs Jeanine Pirro About To Be Fired?
1w ago00:21:04Summary readyTim Miller and Sam Stein give their takes on Trump’s chaotic press conference in the Oval Office on Monday, where Trump defended Rep. Max Miller amid domestic violence allegations and lashed out at his longtime friend and U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro over her failed Reflecting Pool vandalism case. Is Jeanine Pirro about to be fired? Plus, Trump once again warned Iran that it was their “last chance” for a deal after threatening to commit war crimes against the entire country.Right now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BuyLarine.com/BulwarkTakes
SummaryRFK Jr.’s CNN Meltdown Was Even Worse Than You Think
1w ago00:16:32Summary readyWill Saletan dismantles RFK Jr.'s disastrous CNN interview, exposing one false claim after another on COVID, vaccines, Anthony Fauci, Donald Trump, and the media. From conspiracy theories to blatant contradictions, the secretary of Health and Human Services spends more time attacking Dana Bash than defending his own claims and the facts don't hold up. If the nation's top health official is still pushing COVID misinformation, Americans deserve to know.Right now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BuyLarine.com/BulwarkTakes
SummaryMAGA Mondays: Max Miller is Facing a Right Wing Backlash
1w ago00:53:15Summary readyWill Sommer, Sam Stein and Andrew Egger went live to cover the growing calls on the right for GOP Rep. Max Miller to resign, whether Jeanine Pirro will be fired over the botched Reflecting Pool case, Tucker speaking with foreign agents, and the audience collapse among right-wing MAGA media figures.Right now, Larineco is offering up to 50% off at https://buylarine.com/BULWARKTAKES
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