Bulwark Takes Trump Holds North Korea–Style Cabinet Meeting, But with Naps
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Dec 2, 2025 Trump's latest cabinet meeting turned into a surreal spectacle with praise, nods, and even some snoozing. The hosts dive into Pete Hegseth's conflicting claims regarding military strikes in Venezuela, raising important legal questions. There's a sharp critique of the Pentagon press corps, highlighting their uncritical support for the administration. Trump’s amusing remarks about Dulles Airport spark a debate over regional preferences, adding a lighthearted twist to the serious discussions.
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Diffusing Responsibility Through Complexity
- Pete Hegseth framed the double-tap strike as a complex, multi-source decision with many contributors.
- That framing shifts focus from a single commander to collective intelligence and
Context Makes Tactical Claims Worrying
- If Hegseth's account is true, the episode still sits inside a broader pattern of extra-legal strikes and murky rules of engagement.
- That context makes defensible tactical explanations less reassuring about legality.
Public Talk Signals Escalation
- Trump explicitly said strikes will expand to land and asserted detailed knowledge of routes and targets.
- That public posture increases risk of escalation and makes military action seem like a planned campaign.