The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump gets Nightmare News in Florida with Shock Poll!!
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Jan 25, 2026 Pia Dondia, a former teacher, White House fellow, and founder/principal of a Harlem high school, discusses Florida politics and a shocking poll showing falling approval for Trump. She explains why she is challenging Brian Mast, critiques his record on immigration and local issues, and describes her education leadership and strategy to flip a red district.
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Florida Is Trending Away From MAGA
- Florida's political landscape is shifting as Trump's approval drops and voters express broad anger at the regime.
- Ben Meiselas links local economic and policy failures to a growing statewide backlash against MAGA leadership.
Local Costs Drive Political Backlash
- Local issues like tourism declines, proposed offshore drilling, rising utility and insurance costs are hurting Florida voters' views of the regime.
- Meiselas argues these tangible economic and environmental harms fuel the political shift away from Republicans.
Town Hall Clips Spark Backlash
- Ben Meiselas plays clips of Brian Mast praising 'Doge' and the Trump-Musk efforts, which drew boos at town halls.
- These clips illustrate how Mast's praise of controversial policies fuels constituent dissatisfaction.