The Bulwark Podcast Neera Tanden: Absolute Power Corrupts
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Mar 6, 2026 
Neera Tanden, policy expert and CEO of the Center for American Progress, weighs in on presidential power and institutional failures. They tackle unchecked war-making and its economic toll. They discuss civilian casualties, sanction choices toward Russia, and Senate battleground strategies. Short, sharp takes on accountability, working-class pain, and political calculations.
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Political Pressure Forced Noem Ouster
- Kristi Noem's removal shows political pressure can force change even in a permissive administration.
- Neera Tanden notes Republicans finally acted after public outcry, though DHS policies remain intact.
Markwayne Mullin Mirrors Noem's Extremes
- Markwayne Mullin is presented as a like-minded replacement to Noem with a history of incendiary comments.
- Tanden lists past statements praising violence and suggesting duels between reporters and politicians.
Rand Paul Could Block DHS Nomination
- Mullin's confirmation could be complicated by Rand Paul, who chairs the relevant committee and dislikes him.
- Tanden highlights Paul's libertarian skepticism and ability to slow or scrutinize the process.