The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Loses It on Saturday and Shuts Down Press Access
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Dec 20, 2025 The hosts delve into Donald Trump's dramatic press shutdown as he flees to Mar-A-Lago, allegedly to cover up Epstein-related documents. They scrutinize the DOJ's excessive redactions and the bizarre inclusion of unrelated public photos. A mocking review of Trump's fundraising email reveals the absurdity in his approach. The discussion shifts to GOP hypocrisy and broader cover-ups, tying it all together with insights on Trump's motivations for silencing the press. They conclude with a critique of government spending and the media's fixation on sensational topics.
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Press Shutout After Epstein Files Leak
- Ben Meiselas reports Trump shut down press access after traveling to Mar-a-Lago and West Palm Beach over the Epstein files controversy.
- The move appears aimed at avoiding questions about heavily redacted and partially deleted files that suggest damaging connections.
Deleted Photo Suggests Active Cover-Up
- Meiselas points out DOJ produced only a sliver of the files and redacted most content, then removed a photo that appeared to show Trump.
- He frames the deletion as evidence of an active cover-up and potential criminal conduct.
DOJ Redactions Contradict Law's Intent
- Meiselas emphasizes the legal requirement to produce Epstein files with only victim names redacted and accuses the Trump DOJ of reversing that intent.
- He criticizes the DOJ for treating alleged perpetrators as 'victims' to justify withholding names.