The Rest Is Politics: US

118. Trump is Destroying American Democracy

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Oct 9, 2025
The hosts dive into Pam Bondi's aggressive Senate performance and its implications for White House oversight. They explore Stephen Miller's significant influence on Trump's policies, particularly immigration and retribution. The discussion shifts to the current threats facing American democracy, examining recent actions viewed as politicized. They assess the political fallout from the government shutdown, analyzing public sentiment and polling that seems to blame Republicans. Finally, they ponder whether Trump will bend under economic pressure.
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Stephen Miller's Central Role

  • Stephen Miller is depicted as the central architect behind Trump-era immigration and retribution policies.
  • Katty Kay warns he has regained influence and shapes current White House domestic strategy.
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Scaramucci's Personal Account

  • Anthony Scaramucci recounts knowing Stephen Miller since 2016 and Miller's prior role with Jeff Sessions.
  • He describes Miller's early extreme views and how they evolved into trusted status with Trump.
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A New Norm In Oversight

  • Pam Bondi's Senate hearing represented a new, confrontational norm for cabinet testimony.
  • Katty Kay argues this combative style degrades congressional oversight and democratic norms.
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