The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Gets Scared as Shutdown Is Not Going as He Planned
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Oct 4, 2025 The podcast dives into Donald Trump's struggles as the government shutdown unfolds unexpectedly. Trump’s suggestion for House Republicans to take a vacation raises eyebrows, while his push for a commemorative coin feels misguided. Polls indicate the public largely blames Trump and Republicans for the chaos. There's concern over potential healthcare fallout, and the political landscape grows tense with new developments like the reinstallation of a controversial statue. Democratic leaders call for serious negotiations as the shutdown impacts various sectors.
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Opaque Military Posts Raise Concerns
- Meiselas warns Trump is posting violent, dramatized military-style videos with limited transparency.
- He questions the accuracy and legality of lethal actions portrayed in those posts.
Public Blames Republicans
- Multiple polls show Americans blame Trump and Republicans for the shutdown.
- Meiselas stresses broad public attribution because Republicans control White House and Congress.
Healthcare Risk Amplifies Political Damage
- The Wall Street Journal reports White House concern about healthcare political risk from the shutdown.
- Meiselas notes many Americans rely on Medicare, Medicaid, or ACA subsidies that the shutdown threatens.
