The Rachel Maddow Show 'Two perfect months?!': Trump's rationalization of insecure group chat scandal backfires
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Mar 27, 2025 The discussion kicks off with a critique of Trump's fundraising techniques that link donations to divine blessings. It dives into the alarming blend of governance and televangelism, especially regarding miracle cures and cuts in vaccination funding. The impact of significant cuts to federal health grants is explored, especially during a measles outbreak. A leaked group chat reveals troubling discussions about classified military information, sparking calls for a resignation. The chaos of Trump's early presidency is highlighted, contrasting idealism with turbulent governance.
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White House Faith Office Soliciting Funds
- Paula White, head of the White House Faith Office, solicits money for "miracles" and blessings.
- She offers various donation methods, including text, online, and a PO box, with gifts tied to donation amounts.
Funding Cuts for Vaccination and Health Services
- The Trump administration cut funding for vaccination efforts in poor countries, potentially leading to millions of preventable deaths.
- They also abruptly cut billions from state health services, impacting responses to measles outbreaks like the one in Lubbock, Texas.
Promoting False Measles Cure
- Amidst measles outbreaks, the Trump administration's health secretary promoted vitamin A as a cure.
- This led to parents in Texas giving their children high doses, causing liver damage; there's no evidence vitamin A prevents measles infection.