This Is the Twisted Truth About Trump's New 'Deal' | The Daily Beast Podcast

David Rothkopf joins Joanna Coles to expose the dark side of Donald Trump’s Venezuela oil deal, which Rothkopf says is nothing less than a criminal shakedown disguised as a victory. They dig into Trump’s bid to take control of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, the shady businessman and Rudy Giuliani connection at the center of the arrangement, and the billions of dollars whose ultimate destination remains a mystery. Rothkopf argues that Trump is turning the presidency into a personal money-making machine as his Iran war collapses, his poll numbers crater, and his political future grows increasingly precarious. And as the midterms approach, the question isn’t just whether Trump can survive politically—it’s what investigators may uncover if he loses. #ad Head to Superpower.com and use code DAILYBEAST at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod 00:00 - Trump’s Mafia Presidency and the Venezuela Oil Grab 06:11 - Trump’s Iran War Is Falling Apart 12:43 - The Dark Truth Behind Trump’s Venezuela Deal 18:25 - Trump’s Oil Grab Could Spark a Backlash 24:53 - Trump’s Midterm Panic and the Fight for Survival 30:22 - Inside the Pentagon’s Propaganda Machine 32:45 - The Met’s Controversial Galliano Decision #trump #podcast #news 📖 Title: This Is the Twisted Truth About Trump's New 'Deal' 👂 Podcast: The Daily Beast Podcast 📺 Episode: 760 🎧 Format: Full Podcast 📅 Date: August 31, 2026 👨‍💼 Guest: David Rothkopf 🎙️ Host: Joanna Coles Click here to become an official member of the Daily Beast's YouTube community:    / @thedailybeast   ☎️ Want to leave a voicemail for Joanna Coles, Michael Wolff, David Rothkopf, Hugh Dougherty or any of our guests? Call our listener mailbox at (929) 274-3577 with your name and message and you may be featured on a podcast or on the Daily Beast! 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:    / @thedailybeast   Follow us on Instagram:   / thedailybeast   Share this video on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedailybeas... Share this video on X:   / thedailybeast   Share this video on Facebook:   / thedailybeast