The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Gets Rude Awakening in AM as National Guard Called on Him
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Oct 22, 2025 Trump woke up to alarming news as Governor Newsom mobilized the California National Guard for humanitarian aid amid a federal shutdown, contrasting sharply with Trump's earlier uses of the Guard. The podcast dives into fraud allegations against Trump-related ventures and critiques his renovation plans likened to scandalous associations. Listeners gain insights into the legal battles Trump faces and the adverse effects of shutdown policies on American lives while exploring effective strategies for political resistance and accountability.
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Newsom Sends Guard For Humanitarian Aid
- Gavin Newsom deployed the California National Guard for a humanitarian mission to support food banks during the federal shutdown.
- Ben Meiselas contrasts Newsom's aid mission with Trump's use of the Guard for enforcement and harm.
Melania Coin Faces Fraud Allegations
- The Melania meme coin's architects were accused of orchestrating a pump-and-dump and face investor lawsuits.
- Meiselas frames this as another fraud allegation surrounding the Trump family.
Trump Seeks $230M From DOJ
- Trump seeks a $230 million settlement from the Department of Justice, claiming damage from investigations.
- Meiselas calls the move self-serving and questions the legality and optics of the payout.