Bulwark Takes Tim Miller: Podcast-Bros Realize Trump Was Never Serious
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Jul 19, 2025 Tim Miller dives into the political dynamics surrounding Trump's Epstein controversy and its surprising backlash among his supporters. The discussion reveals how some MAGA voters are starting to question their loyalty, influenced by scapegoats like Pam Bondi. There's a fascinating look at the impact of scandals on public perception and journalism, as well as a rift between Trump and his conspiratorial base. The episode highlights the unwavering loyalty of hardcore supporters but raises doubts about the future for those who are feeling disillusioned.
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Trump’s Epstein Misstep Unleashed Scrutiny
- Trump's misstep with the Epstein files unleashed a feeding frenzy and scrutiny from journalists because the story escaped his control.
- He misjudged that his base actually cared about Epstein's case and their exposure to his long relationship with Epstein.
Trump Not Part of Manosphere World
- Trump is not authentically part of the manosphere and only superficially connected to its conspiracy theories.
- This detachment hurts him because the manosphere voters dislike being fooled and are distancing from Trump.
Base's Faith Shields Trump from Fallout
- Trump’s base supports him out of an article of faith, overlooking his many serious faults and scandals.
- Pam Bondi is an easy scapegoat for the base because they don’t want to admit Trump’s culpability.