The MeidasTouch Podcast Rep. Pramila Jayapal Calls Out Trump’s Disaster Policies
Jul 12, 2025
Pramila Jayapal, Washington State Congresswoman and a leading progressive voice, joins to discuss pressing issues surrounding Trump's trade letters and their implications. She highlights concerns over insider trading and the dire economic consequences of Trump's policies on American citizens. Jayapal also addresses the fear instilled in immigrant communities by aggressive ICE actions, the need for clear messaging in politics, and critiques deceptive policies that favor the wealthy at the expense of working-class individuals.
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Insider Trading Around Tariffs
- Insider trading likely occurred around Trump's tariff announcements, profiting from pre-announced market moves.
- Market behavior showed spikes in currencies and commodities just before public tariff declarations.
Corruption Enabled by Ethical Weakening
- Trump removed inspector generals and weakened ethical watchdogs to facilitate corruption.
- Corruption extends from Trump's profiteering to members of Congress trading stocks illegally.
Tariffs Damage Washington Economy
- Trump's illogical tariffs harm manufacturing and raise consumer prices in Washington State.
- They disrupt tech and aerospace sectors, increasing uncertainty for small businesses and consumers.