Bulwark Takes Tim Miller Dismantles Scott Jennings' Excuses
Nov 29, 2025
Tim Miller takes aim at Scott Jennings' pro-Trump shift, critiquing his arguments on conservatism. He disputes Jennings’ claims about America’s global stance and highlights how Trump endangers Western alliances. Miller dives into Trump’s relationships with authoritarian regimes and defends traditional values against autocracy. He argues that figures like Bush, McCain, and Romney stand in stark contrast to Trump's approach. In a lively exchange, Miller addresses personal attacks and dissects the performance aspect of Jennings’ media persona.
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Patriotism Framing Masks Policy Consequences
- Scott Jennings frames the choice as who 'loves America' and argues Trump's perceived policies protect the West.
- Miller rejects this framing, saying waving a flag doesn't excuse dismantling democratic and allied institutions.
Trump Threatens The Western Order
- Tim Miller argues Donald Trump undermines the post‑WWII Western order by weakening alliances and embracing autocratic leaders.
- He says Trump's tariffs, cozying with dictators, and pressure on NATO accelerate the West's decline.
Allies Are Rewiring Their Relationships
- Miller links Trump's bullying of allies and trade tactics to tangible shifts like Canada trading more with China.
- He warns that eroding trust in U.S. reliability pushes allies to build independent militaries and new partnerships.