The Rest Is Politics: US 135. Has the Military Turned on Trump?
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Dec 4, 2025 The hosts dive into Trump's aspirations as the 'crypto president,' exploring the relationship between politics and cryptocurrency. They discuss troubling news from military circles regarding Trump and adviser Pete Hegseth. Tennessee's special election results reveal a narrowing GOP victory, raising alarms for future elections. The conversation also highlights Trump's market impact through personal tweets and self-dealing behaviors. Ultimately, they warn of the unintended consequences of intertwining politics with financial markets.
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Military Backlash Over Hegseth Escalates
- Military officers resent perceived breaches of their ethos and are pushing back against Pete Hegseth and related actions.
- Anthony Scaramucci says this backlash reached Senate and House leadership and rattled the White House.
Pentagon Legal Sources Warn Of Mishandling
- Katty Kay reports retired military and Pentagon legal figures fear mishandling of Admiral Horsley and the Caribbean strikes.
- That treatment and calls for court-martial of Senator Kelly have intensified institutional concern.
Tennessee Vote Signals Affordability Concern
- Tennessee's special election trimmed a 22-point Trump margin to 13 points, signaling voter unease.
- Katty Kay frames affordability as the central issue driving that swing toward Democrats.