Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

341: Trump Derangement Syndrome

Dec 18, 2025
Dr. James Densley, a criminology professor and co-founder of the Violence Prevention Project, joins to discuss the alarming rise in gun violence and the motivations behind mass shootings. He highlights the dangerous trend of antisemitism and delves into behavioral indicators that signal potential threats. The conversation underscores the need for community vigilance and effective gun policies, contrasting U.S. responses to those seen in countries like the UK and Australia, while emphasizing the intersection of political rhetoric and public safety.
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INSIGHT

Wiles' Interviews Reveal White House Dysfunction

  • Susie Wiles' Vanity Fair interviews exposed patterns of dishonesty and chaotic management inside the Trump White House.
  • James Carville and Al Hunt say the tapes make the administration's failures and retribution tactics crystal clear.
INSIGHT

Trump's Political Clout Is Shrinking

  • Carville argues the administration has lost real political power and fear among Republicans is eroding.
  • He points to special election upsets as evidence the presidency's influence is waning.
ANECDOTE

Remembering Rob Reiner's Cultural Impact

  • Carville and Hunt recount Rob Reiner's cultural impact and their personal memories of him.
  • They contrast Reiner's decency with what they describe as Trump's lack of human empathy after the tragedy.
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