
The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Has Disaster Wednesday as Meeting Blows Up
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Dec 10, 2025 The podcast dives into Donald Trump's chaotic day, marked by a disastrous GOP meeting and a rally that failed to gain traction. It highlights the deflection of MAGA leaders on healthcare questions and their struggles with messaging, especially among Latino voters. Ben criticizes Trump’s social media attacks and the absurdity of prioritizing airport gym installations over pressing issues. Additionally, the Pope weighs in on Trump's controversial Ukraine plan, warning of potential fractures in US-European alliances.
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Trump's Policies Worsen Affordability
- Ben Meiselas argues Trump's rhetoric and actions are worsening economic affordability for everyday Americans.
- He links rising costs and policy failures directly to Trump's leadership and priorities favoring billionaires.
Chaos On Capitol Hill
- Ben recounts a chaotic Wednesday with MAGA Republicans holding secret meetings on Capitol Hill about a promised health care plan.
- He contrasts the scramble with Trump's simultaneous public attacks on Mexico and migrants.
Deflection Over Accountability
- Ben highlights MAGA figures deflecting responsibility by blaming Democrats for economic problems.
- He calls out those narratives as repeated lies used to avoid accountability for policy failures.
