The MeidasTouch Podcast Fox News Crashes on Air as Trump Faces Fatal Backlash
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Nov 22, 2025 In a gripping analysis, the host dissects Fox News' struggles as it attempts to defend Trump amid his waning popularity. Conflicting narratives from the network reveal deep divisions over economic realities, while the host argues against optimistic claims about job growth and factory production. A harsh critique of GOP officials highlights the disconnect between their rhetoric and public sentiment. Adding a touch of levity, the discussion takes a bizarre turn with anecdotes about Trump and his unique olfactory interests.
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Fox's Mixed Messaging On Trump's Decline
- Fox News is struggling to reconcile upbeat messaging with clear indicators that Donald Trump is losing support.
- Ben Meiselas highlights that even Fox's own polls show Trump at historic unpopularity, forcing contradictory narratives.
Conflicting Economic Spins On Air
- Fox guests offered conflicting economic takes, from dismissing affordability to alarm over rising unemployment.
- Meiselas argues these contradictions expose attempts to spin a deteriorating economic picture for political benefit.
Blaming The 'Schumer Shutdown'
- Ben recounts Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant blaming a 'Schumer shutdown' for economic weakness.
- Meiselas calls out that Trump controls government and is therefore accountable for the shutdown impact.