Morning Joe Trump: ‘I Don’t Think About Americans’ Financial Situation’
May 13, 2026
David Drucker, Bloomberg columnist and political commentator, offers analysis of midterm dynamics and Senate prospects. Jake Sullivan, former White House national security advisor and foreign policy expert, tackles Iran, diplomacy, and U.S. security. They discuss Trump's comment about not thinking of Americans' finances, political fallout and messaging, China’s role with Iran, and shifting voter sentiment in red and purple areas.
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Trump Admits He Doesn't Think About Americans' Finances
- Donald Trump openly said he doesn't think about Americans' financial situation when discussing Iran policy.
- Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough framed that remark as evidence he's out of touch amid rising gas, food, rent, and housing costs.
Economic Pain Undercuts Trump's Claimed Strength
- Hosts tie Trump's remark to broad public economic pain and falling approval on the economy.
- They cite polls showing 70–75% of Americans say everything costs too much and say people felt better under Joe Biden.
Trump Projects Balloon From Private Promises To Taxpayer Costs
- Hosts highlight soaring costs of Trump projects like the ballroom and reflecting pool, arguing taxpayers will pay huge overruns.
- They connect these expenses to Trump denying involvement while projects balloon from millions to potentially billions.