Trump May Be Trapped by His Own War (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast

The podcast analyzes the strategic and economic fallout from Trump's actions in Iran, highlighting damaged relationships with allies in Europe, Asia, and the Gulf. It notes that Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, France, Norway, Canada, Australia, and the UK have rejected or hesitated to join the US-led coalition. The discussion then pivots to domestic political consequences, including a potential MAGA split fueled by anti-Israel sentiment, and Tucker Carlson's attacks on the "Trump deep state." The hosts also discuss the possibility of a recession due to rising oil prices and supply chain disruptions, as well as the administration's attempts to manipulate the media and suppress dissent. Finally, the podcast touches on a heterodox Democratic candidate in Alabama, Jamel Brown, and his unconventional platform.