The David Pakman Show 5/8/25: Major inflation warning as Trump praises Houthis
May 8, 2025
Merici Vinton, a former US digital service and DOGE staffer, shares her insights on the chaotic environment at DOGE under Elon Musk. She highlights the serious inflation warning from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell due to Trump's tariffs, which disproportionately impact working-class Americans. The conversation takes a bizarre turn as they discuss Trump's controversial praise for Houthi terrorists. Vinton also reflects on the shifting dynamics of loyalty in health appointments, revealing troubling trends in public health influenced by politics.
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Trump Tariffs Spark Inflation Warning
- Trump tariffs cause inflation and job losses harming working-class Americans the most.
- Fed Chair Powell confirmed the Federal Reserve won't lower rates to ease Trump's tariff impact.
Republican Election Interference Strategy
- North Carolina Republicans attempted election theft by challenging over 68,000 ballots to overturn a Supreme Court race.
- Legal assaults on elections are now a Republican strategy, risking future democratic soft coups.
Trump Praises Terrorist Group Houthis
- Trump praised the Houthis, a US-designated terrorist group, calling them brave despite their attacks on American forces.
- This admiration of violent extremists undermines US security and morale, reflecting Trump's pattern of adoring authoritarian force.