The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Spirals as Spontaneous Protests Erupt
Nov 6, 2025
Protests are breaking out in D.C. following Trump's recent election losses, highlighting growing dissent. Ben discusses Gavin Newsom's polling success against Republicans and critiques Trump's alarming threats towards Nigeria. The host also addresses Trump's confusing remarks on geography and legal matters, along with debunking exaggerated claims about grocery prices. Rounding out the discussion, he highlights a trademark issue with the New York Knicks and mocks Trump's assertion of his presidency being the 'best nine months ever.'
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Protests Signal Broad Public Rejection
- Spontaneous protests erupted in Washington, D.C. after Democratic gains in recent elections.
- Ben Meiselas interprets the demonstrations as ongoing popular repudiation of Donald Trump and his agenda.
Newsom Leading Young Voters Is A Warning
- Polling shows Gavin Newsom leading multiple Republicans, signaling vulnerability for Trump-style candidates.
- Meiselas highlights youth and suburban support for Newsom as a warning sign to MAGA politics.
Trump's 'Guns A Blazing' Nigeria Remark
- Meiselas plays a clip of Trump threatening military action against Nigeria in heated rhetoric.
- He frames the comment as an alarming example of Trump's violent, erratic language on the international stage.
