The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Raging Moderates: Can Democrats Criticize Trump’s Invasion Without Defending Maduro?
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Jan 7, 2026 
Ben Meiselas, co-founder of the Meidas Touch Network and an insightful commentator on progressive politics, joins the discussion. They analyze Nicolás Maduro's arrest and the potential implications for Democrats. Ben discusses constitutional concerns over military actions and critiques the U.S. strategy towards Venezuela's opposition. They also examine a welfare fraud scandal affecting Minnesota's governor and the challenge of disinformation in media, advocating for a stronger Democratic media approach. Finally, they explore the debate over a proposed billionaire wealth tax.
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Legality Over Political Optics
- Ben Meiselas argues the Maduro operation was an unlawful invasion because there was no congressional authorization.
- He says leaders must uphold constitutional principles even when politically costly.
Transparent Geopolitical Rationale Matters
- Meiselas warns geopolitical rationales must be presented transparently to Congress and the public.
- He rejects rushing into foreign wars without accurate, shared intelligence and democratic debate.
US Diplomatic Failures Created Choices
- Meiselas highlights weak alternatives and failures in U.S. diplomacy that left limited options in Venezuela.
- He cautions Trump aims for a proxy-friendly outcome rather than a genuine democratic transition.