As Trump Takes Hits, He Lashes Out
This episode examines the unraveling of Donald Trump’s political power in 2026, as judicial rulings, economic strain, and Republican defections expose the fragility of his grip on institutions. The central metaphor — a scorpion stinging the frog mid-river — captures the self-destructive n
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