The MeidasTouch Podcast Panicking WH Makes Criminal Admission at Disaster Presser
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Dec 2, 2025 In a recent White House press briefing, Karoline Leavitt made startling admissions about Trump's controversial military strikes. The discussion quickly turned to the admittance of war crimes, particularly regarding a second strike that targeted survivors. Leavitt faced tough questioning about the legitimacy of these actions under naval law. She also defended the administration's choice to present a dubious MRI report for Trump, raising eyebrows about transparency. Plus, the peculiar contradictions in pardoning decisions sparked further debate as reports challenged the administration's narratives.
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Administration Admits Lethal Targeting Policy
- Ben Meiselas highlights that Karoline Leavitt admitted the administration authorized lethal strikes that killed survivors, framing it as an explicit policy choice.
- He argues the White House shifted blame to military officers while endorsing broad lethal authority against "narco-terrorist" groups.
Military Thrown Under The Bus
- Ben emphasizes the administration blamed Admiral Bradley and SEAL Team Six for the second strike while defending the action as lawful.
- He frames that as an attempt to shield political leaders by scapegoating military personnel.
Fake MRI Summary Raises Credibility Issues
- Ben calls out Leavitt for producing a non-MRI osteopath note instead of releasing Trump's actual MRI results.
- He says the document's content and scope raise credibility and transparency concerns.