The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump’s Awful Scheme against Minnesota Finally Exposed
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Jan 6, 2026 A deep dive into Trump’s scheme targeting Minnesota's Somali community reveals a disturbing distraction from his political troubles. The discussion uncovers how GOP tactics manipulate narratives to stoke outrage. Ben highlights the Feeding Our Future scandal, exposing key figures involved in fraudulent activities. Clips debunk claims of empty daycares, while Somali owners share their experiences of harassment. With political motives unveiled, the situation illustrates a troubling scapegoating strategy ahead of midterms.
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Ringleader, Not An Entire Community
- Ben Meiselas explains the Feeding Our Future fraud was led by a white ringleader, Amy Bach, not solely the Somali community.
- The scheme sought roughly $250 million in reimbursements while providing few or no meals, and dozens were indicted.
Verify Viral Claims Before Believing
- Scrutinize viral videos and check local reporting before accepting inflammatory claims about communities.
- Verify coordination or partisan involvement behind viral content to understand motive and context.
YouTuber Became A Political Prop
- Ben Meiselas recounts Nick Shirley's role as a MAGA YouTuber who filmed daycares, portraying the work as independent journalism.
- Minnesota GOP acknowledged coordinating with Shirley, reframing the viral video as politically driven.