Political Beatdown with Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas Political Beatdown Full Episode - 11/4/2025
Nov 5, 2025
The hosts dive into Donald Trump's frantic mood on Election Day as a blue wave looms. They break down his claims about California’s Prop 50 and the political fallout surrounding SNAP benefits during a government shutdown. The duo critiques the work ethic of House Republicans while contrasting their behavior with the lavish Mar-a-Lago parties. Discussions also touch on job losses across various sectors and whether bipartisan action on healthcare is emerging. Finally, the optics of Trump's MRI and unqualified appointees are explored with lively commentary.
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Shutdown Starves The Base
- Donald Trump's refusal to fund SNAP during a shutdown directly harms his own base, creating political risk.
- Michael Cohen argues that loyalty and rallies don't feed families, and this could erode MAGA support quickly.
Bipartisan Fixes Signal Fractures
- Bipartisan lawmakers are quietly seeking solutions to extend ACA subsidies during the shutdown.
- Cohen sees this as evidence the political ground around Trump is cracking and practical governance returning.
Job Losses Undermine Affordability Pitch
- Economic pain is concentrated in construction, manufacturing, and tech, hitting Trump's voters hard.
- Ben Meiselas links job losses and AI-driven layoffs to worsening affordability and political vulnerability for Trump.
