THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent

Jared Bernstein, former chair of President Biden’s Council of Economic Advisers and visiting scholar at Stanford, dives into the fallout of President Trump's proposed global tariffs. He discusses how these tariffs, aimed at protecting American industries, could backfire and disproportionately hurt low and middle-income consumers. With alarming polls indicating public disapproval, Bernstein emphasizes the widening gap between initial support for tariffs and their economic consequences. Republicans are scrambling as they face backlash in their states, highlighting the growing voter disconnect on trade issues.

Jennifer Rubin, co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Contrarian Substack and a sharp political commentator, dives into the turmoil surrounding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, as Trump allies begin to question his judgment amid a scandal involving insecure discussions of war plans. She highlights the arrogance pervading Trump’s inner circle, the implications for national security, and the political fallout that may escalate as dissent becomes increasingly stifled. Rubin critiques leadership failures and calls for transparency in governance, while shedding light on the hypocrisy within the MAGA movement.

Guest Shev Dalal-Dheini, a top official with the American Immigration Lawyers Association, shines a light on alarming trends in ICE detentions targeting foreign students, particularly those with dissenting political views. She reveals how a recent case at Tufts highlights the chilling effect on civil liberties and free speech. The conversation dives into the implications of political admissions, the vague criteria for deportation, and the potential threat to lawful beliefs under current immigration policies. Dalal-Dheini urges listeners to reconsider the ramifications of these aggressive removals.

In this episode, Zack Beauchamp, a Vox journalist and expert on right-wing populism, delves into a shocking scandal involving President Trump and a leaked military discussion. He discusses Trump’s frustration over his team's blunders and critiques Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's weak defense of the situation. Beauchamp also explores the underlying issues of loyalty over competence in Trump’s governance, highlighting how this prioritization threatens democratic values and exacerbates schisms within the MAGA movement.

Rosa Brooks, a former senior policy advisor at the Pentagon, discusses the alarming breach of national security involving President Trump's officials allowing a journalist access to sensitive military chats. She reveals the chaos in the government response, particularly highlighting Tulsi Gabbard’s disastrous performance during Senate hearings. Brooks emphasizes the pressing need for accountability amidst the dire implications of unsecured communication methods and the long-lasting impact on U.S. credibility with allies.

In this discussion, veteran national security lawyer Bradley Moss provides insights into a serious breach involving President Trump’s officials discussing war plans on an unsecured platform. Moss unpacks the legal implications of this scandal, emphasizing potential violations of classified communication protocols. The conversation highlights Trump's evasive response and failure to address the gravity of the situation. The episode explores the dangerous consequences of political gaslighting and the need for responsible governance in turbulent times.

Michael Tomasky, Editor of The New Republic, provides sharp insights into Trump's alarming tactics, including his alleged ransom agreement with the Paul Weiss law firm. He argues that Trump’s public extortion threatens democratic norms and fuels constitutional crises. Tomasky emphasizes the rising Democratic frustration and suggests strategies for mobilizing voter outrage. The discussion also delves into the historical context of presidential powers and the need for courageous judicial integrity amid escalating political pressures.

Liz Dye, a legal writer and commentator, dives into the mounting chaos surrounding Trump's attempts to bypass judicial rulings on deportations under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act. She reveals how Trump's fury at a federal judge has alarmed Republicans, who fear the repercussions of his escalating demands. The discussion uncovers shocking legal violations by the Trump administration and raises urgent questions about the limits of executive power. Dye argues that this confrontation could signal a terrifying path for governance and constitutional adherence.

It’s growing harder to shrug off President Trump’s deranged threats toward Canada. In a new Fox News interview, Trump snarled angrily that Canada is “meant” to be a 51st state, explicitly speaking the language of imperialism. Meanwhile, Trump is adopting a very credulous line toward Vladimir Putin in the Russia-Ukraine peace talks. This comes as a surprising new poll shows that American opinion is shifting against a soft line on Russia, even as other polling shows public rejection of Trump’s anti-Canada stance. We talked to The Bulwark’s William Saletan, who has a good piece arguing that Trump’s views of Canada and Ukraine are connected. He explains how Trump is now adopting the same view of Canada that Putin has of Ukraine, and argues that the public may be turning against Trump on both fronts.Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fox News’s Maria Bartiromo has suddenly emerged as a leading voice sounding loud alarms about President Trump’s tariffs and the devastating impact they could have on the economy—even though she works for a MAGA propaganda network. On Tuesday, Bartiromo lost patience with a Trump official, and walked through all the reasons why business leaders are unhappy with Trump’s tariff threats. Other Fox personalities have followed suit. Meanwhile, a new NBC poll finds terrible numbers for Trump on the economy. Yet he’s forging ahead with his tariffs and rarely bothers talking about the economy anymore. We talked to Media Matters’ Matt Gertz, a close observer of Fox coverage, about the deeper reasons for Fox’s discontent—and why it’s all a sign that Trump’s project is more fragile than you might think. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices