The Daily Beast Podcast How Trump is Turning Kirk Tragedy into Power Grab
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Sep 16, 2025 
David Rothkopf, a former Clinton administration member and editor of Foreign Policy, joins the discussion on Trump’s chaotic week. They delve into how Trump’s allies are exploiting crises to consolidate power and weaponizing the memorial for Charlie Kirk as a MAGA rally. Rothkopf highlights Utah Governor Spencer Cox as a refreshing moderate voice within the GOP. They examine the implications of Trump’s upcoming UK visit, contemplating whether it’s mere spectacle or part of a larger strategy. It's a captivating analysis of the intertwining of tragedy and politics.
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Far-Right Drives Most Political Violence
- Major studies show most political violence in the U.S. originates from the far right.
- This pattern challenges narratives that equate violence across the political spectrum.
Public Tweets Erode FBI Trust
- Kash Patel's public misstatements and X post undermined trust in the FBI.
- Agents may withhold information to avoid premature or false public claims.
Patel Seen As Provocateur Not Professional
- Insiders never saw Kash Patel as qualified for FBI director and viewed him as a provocateur.
- His handling of a case involving a murdered friend deepened agents' resentment.