The MeidasTouch Podcast

Total Havoc Breaks Loose as Trump Gets Desperate

Jul 16, 2025
Diving into the chaos, the hosts discuss Trump's plummeting approval ratings and the resulting turmoil on U.S. streets. They share a heart-wrenching story of an American family ensnared by ICE, shedding light on the stark realities of immigration policy. Further, an alarming case of extreme political violence illustrates how incendiary rhetoric affects vulnerable individuals. The impact of ICE raids on California's migrant farmworkers reveals their pivotal role in agriculture amidst rising community struggles and labor strikes.
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Deported Student's Sad Story

  • Nori, a high school honor student, was deported to Guatemala with her mother despite living in the U.S. since she was six.
  • She expressed sadness over being separated from her friends and unable to communicate with family in the U.S.
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Family Detained at US-Canada Border

  • Jackie Merlos and her four U.S. citizen children were detained for weeks after crossing one step over the U.S.-Canada border.
  • Despite no charges and denial of legal counsel, authorities accused her of smuggling illegal aliens.
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Violent Detainment of Marine's Father

  • Narciso Barranco, father of three U.S. Marine sons, was violently detained by ICE agents but later released on bail.
  • His arrest sparked outrage due to excessive force and community support for his citizenship pursuit.
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