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Ben Rhodes
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American writer, political commentator, and former speechwriter and deputy national security adviser to President Barack Obama. He is also a co-founder of Crooked Media.
Works by Ben Rhodes
2 episodes featuring Ben Rhodes
Pod Save America
Trump’s press restrictions test media solidarity and democratic norms
The episode connects viewpoint-based press access restrictions to legal precedent, institutional resistance, and broader risks from executive overreach.
Sep 22, 2026 · 1h 21m
The Bulwark Daily
Rhodes warns global conflicts are converging
The discussion connects Russia’s escalation, Ukraine’s defenses, China’s influence, and U.S. political divisions to a widening crisis with consequences beyond any single war.
Aug 28, 2026 · 1h 13m