The Rest Is Politics 475. The Budget Backlash – and Trump’s Plan to Profit from Peace in Ukraine
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Dec 3, 2025 The hosts delve into the messy fallout from the recent Budget turmoil and the impact on government trust. They debate whether media coverage of politicians like Reeves and Starmer is fair or biased. Trump's Ukraine peace proposals are also scrutinized, revealing potential personal profit motives. Additionally, they discuss the evolving nature of military technology in the Ukraine conflict and question the legality of recent US strikes on Venezuela. The conversation is lively, blending political insight with expert analysis on contemporary issues.
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OBR Briefing Fueled Budget Confusion
- The OBR briefing story created confusion by implying a deeper fiscal crisis than existed.
- That confusion fed media narratives and political backlash around Rachel Reeves' budget.
Centralize Economic Communications
- Keir Starmer should centralize authorised communications to prevent rogue briefings.
- Stop unofficial spokespeople talking to press and make official lines the only ones that matter.
Budget Tried To Please MPs And Markets
- Reeves aimed for a budget that pleased MPs and calmed markets, producing a centrist, low-risk package.
- That approach risks failing to deliver the bold growth strategy Britain needs.
