How Trump Will Torture Tulsi Gabbard for Iran Leak | The Daily Beast Podcast

Michael Wolff joins Joanna Coles’s to unpack the latest twist in Trump’s Iran debacle—a truth bomb dropped by U.S. intelligence. Wolff, Trump biographer and author of 'All Or Nothing' explains how Trump, obsessed with showbiz and "bragging rights," staged a “perfect war” for TV that is now unraveling in real time. The leaked intelligence contradicts Trump’s declaration of a triumphant mission, showing Iran’s nuclear capabilities remain largely intact—sending the West Wing into a tailspin of blame and recrimination. Susie Wiles launches a frantic leak hunt. Tulsi Gabbard is thrown under the bus. Pete Hegseth scrambles to avoid Trump’s wrath, which Wolff describes as “frightening,” and akin to being “treated like dogs.” Wolff uncovers Trump’s sugary mood swings to his government-by-whim—“a reality TV presidency with nuclear stakes.” Coles and Wolff reflect on how the U.S. went from a system of institutions to one man’s ego show, powered by candy, rage, and a desperate fear of losing the narrative. #trump #podcast #thedailybeast Have a question or comment for us? Send us an email: [email protected] Listen to the full episode of The Daily Beast Podcast here on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts: https://pod.link/1508202790 The Daily Beast is committed to accurate, fair, independent, fast, and accountable journalism. We seek the truth and report it honestly, without fear or favor. We ground robust and provocative opinions in fact. Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheDailyBeast?sub_confirmation=1 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedailybeast Follow us on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedailybeast.bsky.social Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/dailybeast Follow us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/thedailybeast 📺 Episode: 551 🎧 Format: Full Episode 📅 Date: June 26, 2025 👨‍💼 Guest: Michael Wolff 🎙️ Host: Joanna Coles