Political Beatdown with Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas Political Beatdown Full Episode - 11/11/2025
Nov 12, 2025
Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas dive into Donald Trump's chaotic Veterans Day, showcasing bizarre social media posts and a veiled threat to Speaker Mike Johnson. They discuss the release of the Epstein files and the implications of Ghislaine Maxwell's low-security transfer. The duo also critiques Democratic missteps during the shutdown fight and debunks Trump’s outlandish economic promises. Adding to the intrigue, they analyze the moral fallout from the US boat strikes and the UK’s suspension of intelligence sharing. It's a wild mix of politics and accountability!
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218th Signature Could Trigger Epstein Vote
- Adelita Grijalva becoming the 218th signature will trigger a House vote to release the Epstein files.
- The hosts warn the Senate may still block full public release even if the House passes it.
Watch For Last-Minute Signature Withdrawals
- Check whether members can remove signatures before a discharge petition reaches the Speaker.
- Watch for last-minute reversals that could derail the 218 threshold, the hosts advise vigilance.
U.S. Moral Authority Is Eroding Abroad
- International leaders are publicly condemning U.S. actions tied to marine strikes and cover-ups.
- Ben argues this erosion of moral authority damages U.S. global standing.