20 May 2025
1h 11m

S2 Ep1046: David French: Schizo-in-Chief

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The Bulwark Podcast

In this episode of The Bulwark Podcast, Tim Miller interviews David French, a New York Times opinion columnist, to discuss current legal and political issues. They analyze Supreme Court cases related to the Alien Enemies Act and birthright citizenship, focusing on the court's skepticism towards the Trump administration. They also discuss the implications of the Barnes v. Felix police violence case. The conversation shifts to the Republican Party's economic policies, criticizing the reconciliation bill and its impact on the deficit. They examine Trump's foreign policy, particularly his relationship with Putin and the implications for the war in Ukraine, and critique Marco Rubio's support for Trump's foreign policy stances. They touch on free speech issues, the DOJ's investigation into Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and the use of facial recognition technology by the New Orleans police. Finally, they briefly discuss the NBA playoffs.

Outlines

Part 1: Supreme Court & Legal Matters

Part 2: Economic & Foreign Policy

Part 3: Free Speech, Politics & Technology

Part 4: Closing

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