Trump Built a System That Pays People to Break the Law (w/ Ben Wittes)
The article discusses the implications of the Supreme Court's mifepristone case on abortion politics. It also highlights Trump's proposed $1.7 billion fund aimed at supporting his January 6 allies. Additionally, the piece touches on the DOJ's actions regarding Jeffrey Clark and Kash Patel's unusual behavior as FBI director.
- ▪The Supreme Court's mifepristone case could significantly reshape abortion politics for years to come.
- ▪Trump has proposed a $1.7 billion fund to support allies involved in the January 6 events.
- ▪The DOJ is working to protect Jeffrey Clark amidst ongoing legal challenges.
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| Original publisher | The Bulwark |
| Canonical URL | https://www.thebulwark.com/p/trump-built-a-system-that-pays-people |
| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 00:01:00 GMT |
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Preview41Trump Built a System That Pays People to Break the Law (w/ Ben Wittes)Sarah LongwellMay 17, 2026∙ Paid41ShareSarah Longwell and Ben Wittes discuss the Supreme Court mifepristone fight and why it could reshape abortion politics for years to come, then dig into Trump’s proposed $1.7 billion “weaponization” fund for Jan. 6 allies, the DOJ’s effort to protect Jeffrey Clark, and Kash Patel’s increasingly bizarre behavior as FBI director.Leave a commentshow notesPre-order Sarah’s book, How to Eat an Elephant, coming in September!Bulwark Live: California tickets are on sale now! Sarah and gang return to sunny Southern California for two nights May 20 & 21.
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