Bulwark Takes Tim and Sam Rank Trump’s Cabinet From Hell
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Dec 30, 2025 Tim and Sam dive into the chaotic world of Trump’s cabinet, assessing members from the 'livable' to the 'worst of the worst.' They passionately debate positions, with figures like Kristy Noem and Pete Hegseth drawing fierce criticism. While analyzing lesser-known officials, they highlight the disastrous policies of Pam Bondi and Scott Turner, and tackle the troubling influence of Russ Vought. The duo wraps up by naming the most damaging cabinet member of 2025, sparking a lively discussion on blame and political fallout.
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Four-Tier Cabinet Ranking Framework
- Tim Miller and Sam Stein formalize a four-tier ranking for cabinet harm: Livable, Bad, Disastrous, and Please Don't Kill Me.
- The framework guides comparative judgment across competence, danger, and damage in 2025.
Pam Bondi: Disastrous, Not Apex Threat
- Pam Bondi is widely seen as damaging but not the single worst; she lands in the Disastrous tier for both hosts.
- Concerns center on incompetence and harmful policy choices rather than immediate lethal risk.
Low Profile Saves Kelly Loeffler
- Kelly Loeffler says little and escapes notice, earning a Livable slot for both hosts.
- Her low profile becomes a political advantage in this chaotic cabinet year.