The MeidasTouch Podcast All Hell Breaks Loose as Trump Surrenders to Russia
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Mar 27, 2026 A heated rundown of sanctioned Russian delegates getting VIP tours in Washington and MAGA lawmakers escorting them. Coverage of Russia supplying Iran with drones and targeting intelligence that endangers U.S. forces. Discussion of shifts in U.S. foreign policy, outreach to authoritarian allies, and growing concerns about drone swarms near strategic bases.
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MAGA Lawmakers Gave VIP Tours To Sanctioned Russian Duma
- MAGA Republicans and Trump officials hosted sanctioned Russian Duma members for Capitol tours and meetings.
- Ben Meiselas highlights Anna Paulina Luna, Andy Ogles, Eli Crane, Gonzalez, and Van Orden posing with the Russian delegation while sanctions exist.
Russia Is Enabling Iranian Strikes On U.S. Bases
- Russia is materially aiding Iran with weapons, drones, and intelligence that have enabled strikes on U.S. military bases.
- Meiselas cites Financial Times reporting and notes 13 U.S. bases were evacuated after Iran used FPV and Shahid drones with targeting help.
Trump's Rhetoric Matches Moves To Ease Sanctions On Russia
- Donald Trump's statements attacking NATO and praising Putin coincide with policy moves that lift sanctions on Russia and Belarus.
- Meiselas connects Trump's public comments and cabinet meeting rhetoric to administration actions removing sanctions and shifting policy.