Bulwark Takes How MAGA Tried to Spin the No Kings Protest
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Oct 20, 2025 Trumpworld's reaction to the massive 'No Kings' protests is filled with wild spins, from claiming funding by Soros to downplaying crowd size. The hosts dissect how GOP leaders conflate peaceful protests with violence using selective evidence. They debunk bizarre claims, like the fixation on '8647' signs suggesting assassination threats. Additionally, they unravel misinformation surrounding footage and discuss the troubling dynamics of a post-truth coalition in MAGA media. Social media algorithms further complicate the narrative by amplifying disinformation.
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Multiple Contradictory Spins
- MAGA spun the No Kings protests in multiple contradictory ways to fit different audiences.
- That flexibility lets supporters pick a comforting narrative regardless of facts.
Trump Dismisses And Threatens
- Donald Trump called the demonstrations "very small, very ineffective" and claimed signs were paid for by Soros.
- He also threatened investigations, saying "we're checking it out."
Obsessing Over One Sign
- Republicans seized on isolated signs like "8647" as evidence of assassination threats.
- Hosts argued such isolated markings don't prove a widespread violent intent among millions of protesters.