The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Surfaces and Quickly Has Psychotic Meltdown
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Dec 31, 2025 The host dives into Donald Trump's recent social media meltdown after a two-day silence. Erratic posts lead to public backlash, especially from within the GOP. Critical insights reveal Trump's misleading poll claims and mislabeling of images, alongside hypocrisy in energy policies. The discussion touches on the troubling timing of Trump’s attacks on the Kennedy family amid their recent tragedy. Additionally, accusations of obstruction and cover-ups are unpacked, painting a picture of political turmoil and moral judgment surrounding Trump's actions.
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Meltdown After Social Silence
- Ben Meiselas frames Trump's sudden barrage of posts as a psychotic meltdown after 48 hours of silence.
- He argues the behavior signals instability and disconnect from public concerns.
Claims Versus Polling Reality
- Ben challenges Trump's claims about the economy, border, and military as detached from everyday realities.
- He cites polls showing low approval and labels Trump's messaging as propagandistic.
Photo Misattributed To U.S. Eagles
- Ben fact-checks a Trump post about windmills killing bald eagles and exposes the image as a 2017 Israeli falcon photo.
- He uses this to illustrate Trump's willingness to spread misleading content without care for accuracy.