

Trump’s Targets: Elites, Ivies, and the Illegals Replacing You with Batya Ungar-Sargon
9 snips May 28, 2025
Batya Ungar-Sargon, Opinion editor at Newsweek and author of 'Bad News', joins for a deep dive into Trump's bold tactics against the elite and immigration. She discusses how his actions signify a struggle between the ruling class and the working class, transcending traditional political divides. The conversation also touches on the media's failure to grasp the awakening public sentiment, Trump's strategies in the Middle East, and the implications of economic disparities fueled by cheap labor. Get ready for a thought-provoking analysis!
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Medicaid Work Requirements Explained
- The "big beautiful bill" will likely be cut up by Senate and not passed in its current form.
- Work requirements for able-bodied Medicaid recipients are reasonable and popular with the public.
Trump's Pragmatic Middle East Policy
- Trump's Middle East policy prioritizes American economic benefit over imposing American values.
- Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 is moving toward liberalization away from Sharia law and terrorism support.
Economic Reality vs. Global Morality
- America faces a moral dilemma between global responsibility and protecting struggling working class.
- Elites pushing foreign aid ignore the economic hardships of everyday Americans.