The MeidasTouch Podcast Panicked WH Has Disaster Presser as Trump Cracks
Aug 12, 2025
Dive into the chaos of recent White House press conferences, where Trump's team faced public meltdowns and left the press scrambling for answers. Explore the troubling transparency surrounding Trump's health and the reliability of economic data. Discover the unsettling implications of staffing shortages at the Department of Justice and how it's affecting accountability. Amidst the political turmoil, also enjoy a light-hearted moment about dogs and quality pet food, proving that even in chaos, there's room for joy.
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Pressers Paint A Chaotic White House
- Ben Meiselas frames two White House pressers as chaotic and defensive, highlighting cover-ups and evasions.
- The coverage implies concern about Trump's cognitive slips and lack of medical transparency.
Leavitt Dodges Health And Travel Questions
- Caroline Leavitt repeatedly dodged questions about Trump's Russia remarks and health, insisting there's "nothing to hide."
- She told reporters to "Ignore the panicans and trust in president Trump."
BLS Nominee Sparks Data Trust Questions
- The new BLS nominee suggested suspending monthly jobs reports, prompting credibility concerns about economic data.
- Leavitt defended the nominee as qualified while stressing the need for trustworthy BLS output.