The David Pakman Show

The changing Republican stance on Ukraine aid ignites an intriguing discussion. Some lawmakers realign their views as Trump's rhetoric shifts, revealing a complex web of political motivations. The fallout from recent Medicaid cuts raises questions about the party's fiscal consistency and impacts on vulnerable communities. Meanwhile, political blame-game tactics shine a light on accountability and loyalty within Trump's administration. Cynicism in Washington continues as figures navigate the murky waters of policy and personal allegiance.

Delve into Trump's panicked reactions as the Epstein files surface, revealing chaos within MAGA circles. Witness Jessica Tarlov dismantling Trump's immigration failures on Fox News, leaving co-hosts speechless. Analyze the disarray in right-wing media regarding Trump's past, coupled with a disturbing drop in deportation rates. Learn about a disastrous interview where Lara Trump struggles to manage her father-in-law's narrative. Reflect on themes of accountability, political criticism, and the evolving landscape of Trump's waning influence.

Mark Bankston, a civil rights attorney involved in Gavin Newsom's lawsuit against Fox News, dissects the chaotic repercussions of the Epstein scandal on Trump’s political landscape. He highlights Trump’s unhinged responses, including the dismissal of key prosecutor Maurene Comey and erratic behavior at press conferences. The conversation reveals how these controversies are fracturing Trump's support, with even his base expressing doubts. Bankston also touches on the implications of defamation in media and the ongoing erosion of public trust amid tangled political narratives.

Join Jake Tapper, CNN Anchor and Chief Washington Correspondent, as he discusses the content of his book about President Biden's struggles. The conversation dives into Trump's alarming health signs, including swollen ankles, raising questions about his well-being. Tapper also unpacks the MAGA movement's friction over the Epstein files, with warnings about electoral repercussions. Additionally, Trump's evasive responses regarding Epstein add intrigue, while his tirades against Senator Schiff create further political distractions.

-- On the Show: -- Hakeem Jeffries, House Democratic Leader, joins David to discuss the "big beautiful bill," his nearly 9 hour speech on the House floor, MAGA tearing itself apart over the Epstein files, and much more -- Ghislaine Maxwell says she’s ready to testify before Congress and may expose a client list that terrifies Trump and his allies -- House Republicans secretly blocked Ghislaine Maxwell’s testimony and efforts to release Epstein records -- MAGA figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens turn on Trump over his handling of the Epstein scandal -- Trump unravels at a chaotic press conference full of false claims, bizarre tangents, and incoherent threats -- Trump dodges basic foreign policy questions and blames Biden while appearing confused and incoherent in the Oval Office -- Trump stole a FIFA trophy from Chelsea FC, forcing the team to lift a replica while he kept the original -- George Santos tells Tucker Carlson that going to prison could be a death sentence because of his identity -- Trump adviser Kevin Hassett embarrasses himself when he can’t justify Trump’s proposed 50% tariffs on Brazil -- On the Bonus Show: Inflation highest in 4 months, Republicans try to remove noncitizens from census, Andrew Cuomo relaunches NYC mayoral bid, and much more... 🧠 Try Brain.fm totally free for a month at https://brain.fm/pakman ✉️ StartMail: Get 50% OFF for a year subscription at https://startmail.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 😺 Smalls cat food: Use code PAKMAN for 60% off & free shipping at https://smalls.com  -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Brett Meiselas -- MAGA is fracturing as Trump allies panic, deny, and deflect amid growing outrage over Jeffrey Epstein ties and a suspiciously missing client list -- Experts say the Epstein death footage was edited using pro software, contradicting Trump DOJ claims it was raw and untouched -- In a panicked Truth Social rant, Trump all but admits the Epstein files contain damaging info about him -- Trump’s Epstein post on Truth Social was flooded with negative replies, breaking MAGA’s usual blind loyalty -- A theory emerges that MAGA insiders are using the Epstein fallout to oust Trump without directly opposing him -- Major MAGA names like Dan Bongino may quit over DOJ mishandling of Epstein files, exposing internal chaos and disillusionment -- Trump posts about taking away Rosie’s citizenship in a chilling authoritarian outburst targeting political enemies -- Trump’s threat to revoke Rosie O’Donnell’s citizenship proves he's once again unfit for office and warrants impeachment -- On the Bonus Show: Two-thirds of the DOJ unit defending Trump quits, big business kills click-to-cancel rule change, charges dropped against doctor accused of destroying COVID vaccines, and much more... 🥕 Quantum Nutrition Labs: Get additional 10% off with code PAKMAN at https://qnlabs.com 🍓 Strawberry.me: Get a $50 credit when you sign up for coaching at https://strawberry.me/pakman 😬 Remi mouth guards: Get up to 50% OFF with code PAKMAN at https://shopremi.com/pakman ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🎙️ PLAUD AI: Use code PAKMAN for 10% off at https://davidpakman.com/plaud 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 💻 Sponsored by Aura: Try it free for 2 weeks! See if your data is safe at https://aura.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

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-- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Jessica Craven -- Trump is panicking that Elon Musk’s potential third party and Epstein-related conspiracy bait could splinter his MAGA base -- Rand Paul reveals that JD Vance nearly broke with Trump over pork barrel spending, exposing cracks in MAGA’s supposed unity -- Despite all the tough talk, Trump is deporting far fewer immigrants than Obama did—and he’s furious his own promises are collapsing -- A top Ford executive embarrasses Lara Trump by calmly explaining that Trump’s tariffs and deregulation are actually killing American jobs -- The Friday Feedback segment -- On the Bonus Show: Trump visits Texas flood site, Andrew Schulz turns on Trump, Newsmax host says Trump's uncorruptible, and much more... 🪙 InvestingPro: Get 50% off + extra 15% off your subscription at https://davidpakman.com/invest ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 💻 Sponsored by Aura: Try it free for 2 weeks! See if your data is safe at https://aura.com/pakman 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 👍 Save 20% on LUCY nicotine gum by using code PAKMAN at https://lucy.co  🩳 SHEATH Underwear: Code PAKMAN for 20% OFF at https://sheathunderwear.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

-- On the Show: -- David hosts a Substack Live with Aaron Parnas -- Trump’s ICE agents drove through protesters and pointed rifles in a violent San Francisco crackdown -- Donald Trump admits he’s out of the loop and shows no interest in running the country -- Trump compliments the Liberian president's English, not realizing the country's official language is English -- Trump struggles to understand basic questions and gives nonsense replies -- Trump posts unhinged rants on Truth Social, makes up policy, and names ex-MTV star Sean Duffy to NASA -- Kristi Noem thanks God after floods in Texas kill 100+, claiming it could’ve been worse -- Fox News’s Maria Bartiromo pushes a wild theory that Joe Biden faked cancer for sympathy -- On the Bonus Show: Trump places 50% tariff on Brazil over Bolsonaro treatment, Secret Service suspended 6 agents after Trump assassination attempt, Zohran Mamdani leading NYC mayor poll, and much more... ⚠️ Ground News: Get 40% OFF their unlimited access Vantage plan at https://ground.news/pakman 🌀 Hypnozio: Get 15% off with code PAKMAN15 at https://davidpakman.com/hypnozio 🎙️ PLAUD AI: Use code PAKMAN for 10% off at https://davidpakman.com/plaud 🛡️ Incogni lets you control your personal data! Get 60% off their annual plan: http://incogni.com/pakman 🛌 Helix Sleep mattresses: Get 27% OFF sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/pakman 🌳 MyHeritage: Discover your family roots for FREE for 14 days at https://davidpakman.com/myheritage 🥐 Wildgrain: Use code PAKMAN for $30 off & free baked goods at https://wildgrain.com/pakman -- Become a Member: https://davidpakman.com/membership -- Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://davidpakman.substack.com/ -- Get David's Books: https://davidpakman.com/echo -- TDPS Subreddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/thedavidpakmanshow -- David on Bluesky: https://davidpakman.com/bluesky -- David on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow

In this engaging discussion, Marc Elias, a voting rights attorney and founder of Democracy Docket, unpacks the alarming trends of authoritarianism emerging from Trump's administration. They explore Trump's manipulative tactics, from using federal agencies to target political adversaries to his unsettling proposals for federal control over major U.S. cities. Elias also highlights the growing concerns about Trump's mental fitness and his evasive behavior regarding Jeffrey Epstein, sparking division among his supporters. Tune in for insights on democracy, rights, and a bit of political intrigue!