The MeidasTouch Podcast Fox News Collapses on Air as Trump’s War Backfires!!!
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Mar 12, 2026 A fiery takedown of Fox News' chaotic Iran coverage and media spin. Analysis of claims that Trump’s actions ‘saved’ oil routes and who is blamed for energy woes. Breakdown of regional military fallout, cheap drone threats, and accusations of harm to civilians. Critique of political grandstanding and propaganda tactics that distort the story.
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Fox Hosts Claim Trump Saved The World
- Ben Meiselas argues Fox News personalities are pushing a narrative that Donald Trump 'saved the world' by acting against Iran.
- He contrasts Laura Ingraham's claim about controlling key waterways with evidence the operation worsened regional stability and fueled propaganda.
Ingraham's Environmental Spin Conflicts With Regional Reality
- Ben criticizes Laura Ingraham's pivot claiming Operation Epic Fury will open Californians' eyes to 'radical environmentalists' destroying oil production.
- He points out the contradiction of calling Iran decimated while urging Gulf nations into a new coalition after U.S. strikes alienated them.
U.S. Strikes Strengthened Iranian Resolve
- Ben explains Iran remains intact and stronger in popular support after U.S. strikes, which united Iranians and Shiite communities against the U.S.
- He notes cheap Iranian drones are overwhelming defense systems and undermining the narrative of decisive U.S. military superiority.