Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know The Republican Road to Hell with Tim Miller
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May 14, 2025 
Tim Miller, a former Republican political consultant and author of 'Why We Did It,' chats with Hasan about the bizarre evolution of the GOP under Trump. They dissect the origins of MAGA, critique the party’s obsession with humiliation, and reminisce about Sarah Palin's impact. Miller shares humorous anecdotes about his disillusionment with the current political landscape, revealing the challenges of bridging party divides and the irony of seeking power despite personal degradation. It's a witty and insightful dive into today’s political absurdities.
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Tim Miller's Early Rejection of Trump
- Tim Miller describes his immediate rejection of Donald Trump starting before the 2016 campaign due to Trump's cruelty and racism. - He shares his personal connection as a Cuban American to American values of welcoming immigrants, which Trump contradicts.
Corey Lewandowski's Hip Check
- Tim Miller was physically hip-checked by Corey Lewandowski while serving as anti-Trump spokesperson in 2015. - He used humor and media savvy to troll Trump surrogates, highlighting the intense early opposition to Trump in GOP circles.
Risk of Losing Dollar Dominance
- The worst risk is losing the US dollar as the world reserve currency, leading to economic and geopolitical decline. - The US may become isolated and diminished, possibly resembling countries like France or Turkey in global influence.