The Bulwark Podcast Bill Kristol: Fight on All Fronts
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Nov 17, 2025 
Bill Kristol, a renowned conservative commentator and founder of The Bulwark, joins Tim Miller to dive into the shifting political landscape. They discuss Trump's surprising retreat on the Epstein files and how it reveals unexpected leverage for Democrats. The duo analyzes the fractures within the MAGA coalition and the implications of Marjorie Taylor Greene's potential political shift. They also explore the fallout from aggressive immigration enforcement and the pressing issue of elite accountability highlighted by the Epstein emails.
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Unexpected Leverage From The Epstein Fold
- Trump's concession to let Congress seek Epstein files revealed unexpected Democratic leverage and opened a realistic path in the Senate.
- Bill Kristol argues fighting on multiple fronts and pursuing long shots can shift political dynamics.
Fight On All Fronts Works
- Aggressive, decentralized tactics by Democrats yielded results like securing signatures and pressuring Republicans.
- Kristol advises not to dismiss long shots and to use every lever of power available.
Signs Of A Fracturing Coalition
- MAGA's coalition shows signs of fracturing as members see Trump's self-centered actions and vulnerabilities.
- Kristol and Miller note polling declines and possible erosion from within the base.
