The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Has Disaster Veterans Day and Loses It in Public
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Nov 11, 2025 The podcast explores Donald Trump's chaotic Veterans Day, spotlighting his inappropriate social media posts instead of honoring veterans. Discussion shifts to economic woes, with a focus on falling holiday spending and layoffs. Allies are reportedly withholding intelligence due to concerns over U.S. actions, while Trump's claims about international relations and military exports face scrutiny. Additionally, insights into the lavish culture at Mar-a-Lago and its impact on Trump's inner circle are shared, painting a vivid picture of current events.
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Veterans Day Messaging Failure
- Donald Trump ignored Veterans Day messaging and posted conspiracy and sexualized content instead.
- Ben Meiselas frames this as emblematic of misplaced priorities during national observances.
Economic Pain Could Cut Holiday Spending
- Meiselas links economic pain to policy and layoffs, predicting weaker 2025 Christmas spending.
- He connects rising layoffs to reduced consumer capacity and worsening affordability.
Allies Withhold Intelligence Over War Crime Fears
- Allies are suspending intelligence sharing over concerns U.S. strikes may be illegal.
- Meiselas argues this reflects international reluctance to be complicit in potential war crimes under Trump.