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The Bulwark

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Clad has been grading The Bulwark segments since Jun 2026 — 26 reports so far, published as notable segments air. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Trump, Iran, Courts & Law. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how The Bulwark's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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GOP Senators Criticize Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded ‘Deep State’ TV Ads

Oct 1, 2026

The short clip promotes a Bulwark newsletter reporting that federal-government-funded television advertisements featuring President Trump walking down a hallway and vowing to “demolish the deep state,” expel “warmongers,” “globalists,” “communists, Marxists and fascists,” and “rout the fake news media” have aired during NFL games and other programming. These spots end with “Paid for by the U.S. Government” and closely mirror 2024 Trump campaign videos. The segment notes that even Republican members of Congress the host spoke with view the ads as potentially illegal or improper ahead of the 2026 midterms. Sourcing relies on the host’s anonymous conversations with GOP lawmakers on Capitol Hill plus the written newsletter; no named guests appear. The throughline is congressional frustration and limited recourse despite bipartisan criticism, with the White House defending the spots as patriotic public-service announcements reminding Americans why the country is worth defending.

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Bulwark's Charlie Sykes calls Trump a 'bleeding target' in second term

Sep 6, 2026

In this Bulwark segment, host Charlie Sykes discusses his book written early in Trump's second term, motivated by the 'psychological damage' many felt after Trump's 2024 victory over Kamala Harris despite January 6, classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, and related legal issues. He argues America is not lost and that Trump's broken promises on grocery prices and inflation, combined with unilateral tariff and war decisions, make him a vulnerable 'bleeding target' for political opponents. Sykes calls for an offensive to discredit the MAGA movement, link it to future GOP figures like JD Vance and Marco Rubio, and ensure Trump's tenure is remembered as a disaster to inoculate against authoritarianism. The monologue draws on Sykes' observations from six months into the term, with no named external guests or specific graphics; it positions the current moment as a generational opportunity for a pro-democracy counter-movement ahead of 2028.

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Bulwark Slams SBA's Nicki Minaj-Judged Pitch Contest as Unwanted Reality Show

Sep 1, 2026

The Bulwark segment discusses the Small Business Administration's newly announced Million Dollar Pitch Competition, a live Sept. 18, 2026 event in Washington, D.C., where five manufacturing finalists compete for shares of a $1 million privately funded prize pool. SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler described it as celebrating small businesses and free enterprise during the nation's 250th anniversary, with judges Nicki Minaj, Grant Cardone, and Joe Gebbia (U.S. Chief Design Officer), hosted by Dean Cain. The piece frames this as the latest in unnecessary Trump-administration reality-TV programming and criticizes it for diverting focus from policy harms. It cites small-business statistics and a Center for American Progress analysis on tariff costs to argue the administration should instead lift tariffs.

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Supreme Court allows Trump White House ballroom construction 5-4

Sep 1, 2026

The segment covers the Supreme Court's August 31, 2026, 5-4 decision granting the Trump administration's request to allow above-ground construction on a new White House ballroom to continue. It explains that the National Trust for Historic Preservation's lawsuit was dismissed for lack of standing without reaching the merits of whether congressional approval was required for demolishing the East Wing and building the ballroom. The discussion notes Chief Justice Roberts joined the three liberal justices in dissent and wrote the opinion stating the project is likely unlawful. It references federal law on structures in D.C. federal grounds and the possibility of future suits by other plaintiffs. Sourcing relies on the court's unsigned majority opinion and Roberts' dissent.

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Vance attacks El-Sayed as 'very evil' at Michigan rally for Rogers, draws 9/11 gaffe criticism

Sep 1, 2026

The Bulwark video features Tim Miller reacting to Vice President JD Vance's August 31, 2026, campaign rally in Sterling Heights, Michigan, where Vance supported Republican Senate nominee Mike Rogers against Democrat Abdul El-Sayed. Segments cover Vance's nuanced response to Trump's data centers comments, a verbal gaffe about commemorating 9/11, and his sharp attacks on El-Sayed's faith, selective sympathy claims, and personal remarks about Vance's wife Usha. Miller accuses Vance of dog-whistling, projection, and anti-Muslim bigotry while defending El-Sayed and highlighting perceived hypocrisy on immigration and family issues. A guest joins for additional commentary on Vance's motivations.

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Trump Posts AI Videos of Kharg Island Strikes and Lake America Geese Amid Iran Tensions

Aug 31, 2026

The Bulwark segment reviews a weekend of over 100 Truth Social posts by President Trump featuring AI-generated videos. Segments cover an AI clip depicting strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil facilities, videos trolling Canada over the Lake Ontario to Lake America rename with armed geese and Trump dancing, and an infographic claiming no autism among unvaccinated Amish children. It also addresses a data centers post and includes JD Vance's comments on the Iran video.

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Gypsy Crusader defeats King Azoulay by split decision at Duel Arena 1 in Orlando

Aug 31, 2026

The segment reacts to a kickboxing match at Orlando’s Kia Center on August 29, 2026, between Paul Miller (Gypsy Crusader) and Ben Azoulay (King Azoulay). Miller, a far-right streamer with documented neo-Nazi imagery and a federal firearms conviction, won by split decision amid Nazi salutes, a swastika flag, and pro-Miller crowd celebration. The host describes the event as grotesque, questions how the arena allowed it, and calls for accountability while acknowledging neo-Nazism exists across the political spectrum.

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Trump administration strikes Larak Island, advances Venezuela oil stake, and hires influencers

Aug 31, 2026

The Bulwark Daily episode with Tim Miller and Bill Kristol opens with updates on renewed US-Iran fighting in the Strait of Hormuz, including strikes on Larak Island and Iranian missile responses. It then covers leaks about unsustainable troop levels, base damage in Bahrain, a new US-Venezuela oil venture, Pentagon hiring of conservative influencers, gas prices, midterm polling, data center backlash, and Laura Loomer influence.

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Trump threatens FCC report of Welker over endorsement record comment

Aug 30, 2026

The segment covers President Trump's August 30, 2026 Truth Social post attacking Meet the Press host Kristen Welker for describing his primary endorsements as having 'mixed results.' Trump cited 100% Senate and 98% House win rates for recent and long-term endorsements, threatened to report her to the FCC for 'rebuke or punishment,' and invoked Chair Brendan Carr. The host notes the stats refer to primaries and highlights past losses while arguing the move blurs personal and governmental authority. Sources referenced include Trump's post and general knowledge of FCC structure.

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Milo Yiannopoulos arrested by ICE at New Orleans airport over visa overstay

Aug 29, 2026

The Bulwark's Trio podcast discusses the recent ICE detention of Milo Yiannopoulos in Louisiana. Hosts Tim Miller, Sam Stein, and Will Sommer cover his British background, expired visa, ties to Kanye West, and past associations with Marjorie Taylor Greene and Laura Loomer. They speculate on Loomer's role in prompting the arrest, Milo's living arrangements, and his ex-gay claims while teasing a subscriber Cameo message from MTG. Additional segments touch on white nationalist staffers linked to Georgia Senate candidate Mike Collins.

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Expert details economic costs of ending TPS and legal immigration pathways

Aug 29, 2026

The Bulwark segment features an expert who worked in the Obama White House discussing the downsides of restricting lawful immigration pathways. It covers tech sector needs, America's historical success assimilating immigrants, and how current policies throttle economic contributions. The discussion references delegalization affecting over a million people previously under protections. Sourcing draws on the guest's experience and general economic arguments rather than on-screen graphics or multiple named experts. The throughline critiques policies that reduce population growth and workforce participation.

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Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario 'Lake America' amid Canada trade war

Aug 27, 2026

The Bulwark live segment with Sam Stein and Andrew Egger reacts in real time to President Trump's August 27, 2026, executive order renaming Lake Ontario 'Lake America' for federal use. Hosts call it the 'stupidest' action yet, note it repeats the 2025 Gulf of Mexico-to-Gulf of America rename, and tie it directly to Trump's frustration over collapsed trade talks and Canada's retaliatory tariffs. They display the White House map and mock the optics as juvenile escalation in a spiraling trade dispute. Sourcing relies on the just-released executive order text, Trump's Oval Office remarks, and prior Truth Social posts. No opposing guests; the throughline is that this symbolic move reflects a president resorting to petty gestures instead of substantive policy.

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