Bulwark Takes Tim Miller: The Wheels Are Coming Off The Trump Train
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Nov 20, 2025 
Nicolle Wallace, a seasoned political analyst and former White House communications staffer, joins Tim Miller to dissect Trump's tumultuous week. They delve into the disastrous Comey prosecution and its implications for the rule of law. Wallace highlights polling that paints Trump as a politically diminished figure, while Miller critiques the optics of Pam Bondi's controversial appearances. With a nod to Paul Krugman, they discuss how Trump's lavish lifestyle alienates everyday voters, urging him to release the Epstein files amid rising credibility issues.
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Botched Comey Prosecution Damages Credibility
- The Comey prosecution was a bungled, politically motivated effort that embarrasses the rule of law.
- Tim Miller and Nicolle Wallace call the effort incompetent and liken it to a banana republic undermining legal norms.
State Dinner Selfie Highlights Ethical Rift
- Tim Miller describes Mark Benioff's selfie with Pam Bondi at the state dinner as jarring and gross.
- He says the photo highlights the ethical rot of using official power for political attacks.
Crises Are Converging Against Trump
- Multiple crises are compounding to weaken Trump's power and public credibility.
- Paul Krugman and hosts argue Epstein, economic failures, and personal unraveling reinforce each other's damage.