
David Gardner
Daily Beast DC correspondent and co-author of The Swamp newsletter, covering Washington politics, policy and insider developments.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 36min
Pentagon Pete Will Be First Big Scalp of Trump 2.0
Join Daily Beast DC correspondents David Gardner and Sarah Ewall-Wice as they dive into Trump's ambitious plans for a $200 million 'Arc de Trump' along the Potomac. They discuss how this project reveals Trump's legacy ambitions and the mounting confusion in Washington's political landscape. The duo also tackles Pentagon press restrictions under Pete Hegseth, examining the fallout from leaked information and how reporters are banding together against tight controls, making for a riveting discussion on power and truth in the nation's capital.

May 29, 2025 • 35min
A Thought or Two or Even a Throuple About DC this Week
David Gardner, Washington correspondent for The Daily Beast, delves into the chaotic political scene in D.C., where flip-flopping tariffs and scandalous relations in Trump's circle spark discussion. He humorously contrasts U.S. and UK political climates, noting America's sharper tone. Gardner also critiques the threats to American universities, emphasizing their role in innovation, while exploring the media's challenges in combating misinformation. With a blend of serious analysis and wit, he navigates the complexities of politics today.


