Political Beatdown with Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas Political Beatdown Full Episode - 1/6/2026
Jan 7, 2026
In this discussion, the hosts dive into Trump's Kennedy Center briefing on Venezuela, exploring its geopolitical risks and implications. They analyze the complexities of legal defenses for foreign leaders and the media's role in normalizing chaos. The contrast between the economy and stock market realities highlights growing inequality. They also examine the troubling parallels between U.S. policies and international recruitment tactics. The urgency of accountability for January 6th is emphasized, reminding listeners of the stakes in upcoming elections.
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Epstein Files Far Larger Than Released
- The hosts argue the released Epstein documents are a tiny fraction of what likely exists, implying massive hidden records.
- Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas estimate missing files could total tens of millions of pages based on seizure comparisons.
Cohen's Personal Seizure Comparison
- Michael Cohen recounts the FBI seizure of his files where agents collected millions of documents during a raid.
- He compares that volume to what's expected in large-scale investigations to illustrate scale.
Venezuela Move Risks Global Precedent
- Cohen and Meiselas warn Trump's Venezuela action opens a dangerous international precedent about seizing foreign leaders.
- They argue recognition moves and public statements create legal defenses like sovereign immunity for Maduro.