The Daily Beast Podcast Secrets of Trump’s Tarnished Gilded Age
Jun 22, 2025
James Carville, a renowned Democratic political strategist, joins to dissect the lavish lifestyles of today's billionaires. They delve into the implications of tech moguls owning megayachts and what this wealth means for American power dynamics. Carville highlights Trump's controversial actions, including the shutdown of the KleptoCapture task force, and explores the rise of ostentatious wealth amid political ambitions. The discussion reveals the urgent need for America to recognize these gilded threats as the rich reshape political landscapes.
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Trump's Middle East Ignorance
- James Carville asserts that Donald Trump is massively ignorant about the Middle East.
- Trump reportedly has no idea about the region's history or its adversaries.
Risk to Post-War Order
- European stability and post-WWII prosperity are at risk under current global leadership.
- Carville warns the existing order that brought unparalleled freedom could collapse.
Fragile Global System
- The global system that benefited the US and Europe is fragile and under threat.
- Carville stresses losing NATO and EU stability could lead to devastating European conflict.
