The Rachel Maddow Show Trump makes laughingstock of America with repeated embarrassments in early days of new term
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Jan 30, 2025 Tom Costello, NBC News senior correspondent, dives into the chaotic early days of the Trump administration. He discusses embarrassing public gaffes, like misidentifying Spain as a BRICS nation, that showcase national humiliation. The conversation highlights troubling decisions regarding controversial nominees and mismanagement of healthcare narratives. Additionally, Costello recounts a harrowing midair collision incident near Reagan Airport, emphasizing the urgent rescue response and the complexities of air traffic in restricted zones.
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Stolen Crest
- Donald Trump appropriated the Davies family crest from Mar-a-Lago.
- He replaced the word "integritas" (integrity) with "Trump".
Challenge Coin Crest
- Trump insisted on adding the stolen crest to the official White House challenge coin.
- This further cemented the use of a misappropriated symbol.
BRICS blunder
- Trump mistakenly referred to Spain as a BRICS nation.
- BRICS stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.