The MeidasTouch Podcast

Trump Abruptly Shuts Down Presser at White House

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Dec 11, 2025
Donald Trump made headlines by abruptly leaving a White House press conference after being pressed about a controversial war-crimes video. The discussion delves into his apparent cognitive decline, highlighted by verbal gaffes and bizarre comments, including claims about 6G technology. The podcast critiques Trump's economic assertions and his misleading statements on various topics, from foreign policy to crowd sizes at rallies. The hosts also explore Trump's intent to influence media narratives and fundraising tactics. Tune in for sharp analyses and bold commentary!
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Signs Of Cognitive Decline In The Presser

  • Ben Meiselas highlights Donald Trump's apparent cognitive decline during a White House presser, using examples of slurred or mangled words.
  • The host frames these verbal miscues as evidence of decreasing command of language and coherence on policy topics.
ANECDOTE

Trump Abruptly Ends Press Conference

  • Ben recounts a moment when reporters asked why Secretary Hegseth hadn't released a war-crimes video and Trump abruptly ended the presser.
  • The clip shows Trump accusing a reporter of being "an arm of the Democrat Party" before shutting down questions and leaving.
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Tech Gaffes Reveal Policy Gaps

  • Ben highlights Trump's confused remarks about 6G and cameras, showing technical misunderstanding mixed with humor.
  • The segment underscores how technological topics can expose gaps in Trump's grasp of policy details.
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