Political Beatdown with Michael Cohen Political Beatdown Full Episode - 11/28/2025
Nov 28, 2025
Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas dive into the fallout from Trump's Thanksgiving week, critiquing his derogatory comments to reporters and absurd claims, like designing Coast Guard cutters. They explore concerning connections between Trump and Russia, as well as his racially charged rhetoric against Somali communities. The hosts also dissect the implications of FBI redaction efforts and call out questionable military orders linked to Pete Hegseth. Mixing humor with sharp analysis, they highlight the importance of expert knowledge in shaping modern policy.
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Trump's Degrading Press Behavior
- Donald Trump repeatedly attacked reporters and used demeaning language during a Mar-a-Lago press conference.
- Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas frame this behavior as symptomatic of Trump's broader disrespect and racist rhetoric.
Claims Of Technical Mastery Without Expertise
- Trump claims personal expertise designing Coast Guard cutters and other military assets without relevant credentials.
- Cohen and Meiselas criticize this as dangerous overreach and intellectual narcissism.
Cohen's Positive Experience With Somali Workers
- Michael Cohen recounts employing dozens of Somali workers who were respectful and hardworking.
- He uses that personal example to refute Trump's broad negative claims about Somalians.