The MeidasTouch Podcast Sickly Trump Gets Terrible News as City Runs Him Out
Sep 13, 2025
The discussion highlights the backlash against Trump's policies in Chicago, where citizens protested against military interventions and ICE actions. There's a deep dive into the challenges of crime prevention, advocating for smart law enforcement over aggressive tactics. The podcast also touches on the freight slowdown's negative effects on consumers. Lastly, it contrasts Trump’s administration's suppression of dissent with a wave of grassroots activism in Canada, showcasing a positive shift against conservative ideologies.
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Chicago Resists Military-Style Crackdown
- Ben Meiselas argues Chicago residents rose up to peacefully oppose a threatened military-style operation called Operation Midway Blitz.
- He frames this as a civic reclaiming against a regime seeking to militarize domestic policing.
ICE Operation Turned Deadly In Franklin Park
- Meiselas recounts an ICE killing during the Midway Blitz where agents say they 'feared for their life' after a traffic stop.
- He highlights citizen journalists noting ICE agents wearing Trump pins at facilities and protests.
Partisan Symbols On ICE Officers Signal Politicization
- Meiselas shows video of ICE agents at a Broadview facility and points out visible pro-Trump pins on officers.
- He argues such partisan displays violate norms and suggest politicization of enforcement.