The Bulwark Daily Bill Kristol: Fake News on '60 Minutes'
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Nov 3, 2025 
Bill Kristol, a prominent political commentator and founder of conservative publications, joins Tim Miller to dissect Trump's recent '60 Minutes' interview. They delve into CBS News' edits and the controversy surrounding Trump's claims of being paid off. The duo critiques Trump's 2020 election lies, his pardoning of a crypto figure tied to the Trump family, and escalating rhetoric about war and immigration. They also discuss the growing need for Democrats to present a united front against Trump as they navigate upcoming elections.
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60 Minutes' Omission Suggests Compromised Coverage
- CBS heavily edited Trump's 60 Minutes interview, removing his 2020 lies and the segment where he claimed 60 Minutes paid him off.
- Tim and Bill argue that omission suggests potential media compromise and harms journalistic accountability.
Believed Lies Are More Dangerous Than Lying
- Trump's insistence that the 2020 election was stolen signals either deliberate deception or sincere delusion.
- Bill warns that a leader who believes falsehoods poses a unique long-term danger to democratic norms.
Domestic Militarization Is Part Of A Package
- Trump repeatedly expresses desire to use the Insurrection Act and expand ICE powers, reflecting authoritarian impulses.
- Bill says he misunderstands the Act but his desire signals a broader turn toward militarized domestic enforcement.