Bulwark Takes Trump Turns the NBA Scandal Into a Delusional Rant
Oct 28, 2025
The hosts dive into Donald Trump's bizarre reaction to the NBA gambling scandal, linking it to his vendetta against the Department of Justice. They discuss whether the 2020 election truly was the biggest scandal, casting doubt on Republican narratives. A chilling analysis reveals how authoritarian tactics blend absurdity with repression. Concerns arise about Trump's mental state, showcasing the dangers of normalizing his erratic behavior. They also explore how he prepares for future election disputes, hinting at a brewing 'Stop the Steal' movement.
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Trump's Tweet Connects NBA Scandal To 2020 Claims
- Tim reads Trump's tweet that ties the NBA scandal to his stolen-election narrative and voter-ID demands.
- The quote illustrates how Trump converts unrelated stories into a broader grievance-litany.
Trump Turns Sports Scandal Into Personal Grievance
- Donald Trump responded to an NBA gambling scandal by demanding DOJ focus on his stolen-2020 narrative instead of the sports probe.
- Tim Miller sees this as live, televised proof Trump prioritizes fueling grievance over objective governance.
Magnitude Argument Reveals Strategic Inconsistency
- JVL and Tim argue that if the 2020 election were truly stolen it would rank among history's largest political crimes and justify full government focus.
- That logic exposes the implausibility of Trump's claim because Republicans haven't pursued broad systemic remedies proportionate to such a claim.