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Rupert Murdoch's Not Showing Donald Trump Love Right Now Donald Trump's favorite newspaper, the New York Post, which is owned by Rupert Murdoch, just came out with a scathing op ed calling out Donald Trump for nominating RFK Jr. To lead the Health and Human Services Department. HHS, making RFK Jr. The head of HHS. Now, the new York Post previously endorsed Donald Trump strongly. You'll recall the New York Post endorsement was choices clear to put our nation on the right path back to the future. The Post endorses Donald Trump. Surprise surprise, Rupert Murdoch was endorsing Donald Trump. But in the most Recent article putting RFK Jr in charge of health breaks the first rule of medicine breaks the first rule of medicine. And here are some of the excerpts from the article. Quote when it came to the topic, his views were a head scratching spaghetti of what can only be called warped conspiracy theories. And not just on vaccines. In fact, we came out thinking he's so nuts on all different types of fronts, the New York Post said. A radical, prolonged and confused transition ordered by a guy like RFK Jr. Who will use high his high office to spout his controversial beliefs, leaves a lot of room for things to go wrong and for people to wind up harmed or even dead. In other words, Donald Trump appointed someone who may kill all of us. And the New York Post also writes we fear the worm that he claims ate some of his brain some years ago is contagious and there's been an outbreak at Mar a Lago, also implying that Donald Trump has the brainworm. So the New York Post, Murdoch's newspaper went from the choice is clear back to the future. They endorsed Donald Trump to about a week to two weeks later, saying, we fear that the worm that got to RFK Jr has now led to an outbreak at Mar a Lago. I want to go through that New York Post article in a second, but remember all of the things that Donald Trump was saying about RFK Jr as well. Before RFK Jr struck the deal with Donald Trump, Donald Trump said, I did. This was back in April 26, 2024, so not all that long ago. Right. Donald Trump said, I lived with RFK Jr. In New York and watched him convince Governor Cuomo to make certain environmental moves. Wow, Wine, wine, wine. And then Trump goes, I'd even take Biden over RFK Jr. Because our country would last a year or two longer prior to collapse. But it would be dead either way. His views, RFK Jr's views on vaccines are fake, as is everything else about his candidacy. So here, April 26, 2024, Donald Trump posted publicly that our country would be immediately dead if arc if RFK Jr. Was controlling anything. There's a lot more posts and videos of Donald Trump. I'm making it a corporate policy, at least in my videos. I'm not showing any Trump videos. I'm not letting you hear his voice. I don't want to hear his voice. I didn't want to look at his face to be being completely blunt right now. So I'm just not playing his videos. But Remember back on March 27, 2024 at 1:52am, Donald Trump posted. RFK Jr is the most radical left candidate in the race by far. He's a big fan of the Green New scam and other economy killing disasters. It goes on to say that he's an environmental fraud and that he may be indicted any day now. I love that he's running. He says, you know, so again he's calling him a communist. He could be indicted in environmental fraud that he's engaged in economy killing disasters. That's now who you have running Health and Human services. Okay. Ronna McDaniel, you know, came said similar things. RFK Jr. Cannot hide from his record of endorsing Hillary, supporting the Green New Deal and fighting against the Keystone pipeline. Here's a video that Donald Trump made. I said, I'm not going to play video of him. But he goes, RFK Jr. Is the most radical left candidate in the race by far. Trump in another video. Again, I'm not going to play the video itself. I'm just going to tell you what he says because I don't want to hear his voice or see videos of him. He goes RFK Jr. Is a Democrat plant, a radical left liberal who's been put in place in order to help crooked Joe Biden, the worst president in the history of the United States, get reelected. Let's just take a look right now if we can at the article by New York Post right here. Let's pull it up and so you can see, you know what the New York Post is saying here. A very very very coming out very strongly against RFK Your nighttime bedroom temperature.
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Episode and here's what it says putting RFK Jr in charge of health breaks the first rule of medicine by the Post editorial Board. The overriding rule of medicine is first do no harm. We're certain installing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. To head the Health and Human Services breaks this rule. Maybe he's sworn to focus narrowly on areas where he clearly can help inspiring Americans to embrace healthier diets and more exercise. But we sat down with RFK Jr. Back in May 2023, when he was still challenging President Biden for the Democratic nomination. As we noted then, he's an independent thinker who's seen through a lot of bull, an incisive critic of some of Biden's policies who saw that the Democrat Party lost its way most astutely in reaction to Donald Trump's first election. But the insights we were impressed with had nothing to do with health. When it came to that topic, his views were a head scratching spaghetti of what we could only call warped conspiracy theories. And not just on vaccines. Neocons are responsible for America's policy ills. Pesticides, cell phones, ultrasound could be driving up upswing in Tourette syndrome and peanut allergies goes on to say he told us with full conviction, that all America's chronic health problems began in one year in the 1980s when a dozen bad things happen convincing to the gullible, conspiracy hungry crowd on Twitter, but not the rest of us. In fact, we came out thinking that he's nuts on a lot of fronts. And even where he makes fair points as a critic, it's hard to see how he's the guy to lead the HHS and its staff of 83,000 to practical solutions. The relationship between Big Pharma and the feds is deeply dysfunctional, for example. But drug companies do a lot of good and employ a lot of people. Sending the industry, or even just its stocks into a tailspin would be a disaster in its own right, by the way, that's what's happened already, tanking their stocks. His views also put him at odds with Trump's aim of supporting energy and farmers as RFK wants to ban fracking and many penis pesticides and fertilizers. Look, the HHS Chief oversees over 100 programs across 11 operating divisions. Keeping the trains running is a major job in its own right. A radical, prolonged and confused transition ordered by a guy like RFK Jr. Who will use his high office to spout his controversial beliefs, leaves a lot of room for things to go wrong and for people to wind up harmed or even dead. All of that, of course, if the Senate actually confirms RFK Jr which will be a challenge in its own right. Republicans only have three votes to spare. Donald Trump won on a promise to fix the economy, the border and soaring global disorder. His team needs to focus on delivering change on those fronts, not spend energy either having to defend crackpot theories or trying to control RFK Jr. S mouth. We fear the worm that he claims ate some of his brain some years ago is contagious. And there's been an outbreak at Mar a Lago. Well, it's always existed at Mar a Lago. New York Post. That's the reality of the situation. By the way, I can show you a number of other videos of Sean HANNITY previously attacking RFK. Don Jr attacking RFK. Trump spokesperson attacking RFK. Basically, I'll sum it up for you. I'll save us time. They all previously said before RFK endorsed Donald Trump, he's the worst guy. He's a radical, he's a criminal, he's a crook. He's going to get everybody killed. The horrible human being, worst person alive. And now they all say, he's great. It's the greatest. He's amazing. He's so good. Everybody should love him. Even Murdoch's not buying it. Murdoch's like, no, this guy can't be hhs. What are you doing, Donald? You're killing your second term before it even starts. Not a shocker. Not a shocker at all. There you have it. Hit subscribe. Let's get to 4 million together. Thank you for watching. Love this video.
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The MeidasTouch Podcast: Episode Summary
Title: EVEN Rupert Murdoch TURNS AGAINST Trump for his Picks
Release Date: November 16, 2024
Introduction
In this episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, hosts Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas delve into the surprising shift in media dynamics involving Rupert Murdoch, Donald Trump, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The discussion centers around the New York Post's abrupt change in stance regarding Trump’s recent nomination of RFK Jr. to lead the Health and Human Services Department (HHS).
New York Post's Shift from Endorsement to Critique
The conversation begins with the hosts analyzing a critical op-ed published by the New York Post, a newspaper historically supportive of Donald Trump and owned by media mogul Rupert Murdoch.
Ben remarks, “Rupert Murdoch's New York Post has taken a dramatic turn. Just weeks after endorsing Trump, they published a strongly negative piece on his choice of RFK Jr. for HHS” (01:17). This shift marks a significant divergence from their previous support, highlighting internal conflicts within Murdoch’s media empire.
The op-ed criticizes RFK Jr.'s qualifications and viewpoints, labeling his nomination as a breach of medical ethics. Brett emphasizes, “The New York Post editorial board stated that appointing RFK Jr. breaks the first rule of medicine: ‘First, do no harm’” (08:03). They further argue that RFK Jr.’s conspiracy-laden perspectives on vaccines and other health issues are not conducive to leading a major federal department.
Trump’s Campaign Against RFK Jr.
The discussion shifts to Donald Trump’s vehement opposition to RFK Jr. Brett highlights Trump’s aggressive campaign rhetoric, citing a statement from April 26, 2024: “I’d even take Biden over RFK Jr. Because our country would last a year or two longer prior to collapse” (01:17). This underscores Trump’s strategy to undermine RFK Jr.'s credibility and political viability.
Jordy adds, “Trump has consistently labeled RFK Jr. as the most radical left candidate, associating him with the Green New Deal and environmental policies that Trump opposes” (01:17). This framing aims to position RFK Jr. as a threat to Trump’s political agenda and broader national stability.
Implications of the New York Post's Criticism
Ben discusses the broader implications of the New York Post’s editorial stance: “With Murdoch’s flagship newspaper now questioning Trump’s judgment, it raises questions about the future of Trump’s media support and influence” (08:03). This could signal a potential rift within Trump’s traditional media allies, weakening his promotional machinery.
The hosts also explore the Senate’s role in confirming RFK Jr., noting the challenges ahead. Brett states, “With Republicans holding a slim majority, confirming RFK Jr. will be an uphill battle, especially with the New York Post’s strong opposition” (08:03).
Conclusion and Future Outlook
In wrapping up, Jordy reflects on the episode’s key points: “The New York Post’s reversal not only highlights the contentious nature of Trump’s nomination but also signals potential fractures within pro-Trump media circles” (08:03). The hosts anticipate that this development will have lasting effects on Trump’s campaign strategies and media relationships.
Ben encourages listeners to stay informed and engaged, emphasizing the importance of scrutinizing media biases and political maneuvers: “Understanding these shifts helps us better comprehend the underlying tensions in current political discourse” (08:03).
Notable Quotes
Ben Meiselas: “Rupert Murdoch's New York Post has taken a dramatic turn. Just weeks after endorsing Trump, they published a strongly negative piece on his choice of RFK Jr. for HHS” (01:17).
Brett Meiselas: “The New York Post editorial board stated that appointing RFK Jr. breaks the first rule of medicine: ‘First, do no harm’” (08:03).
Jordy Meiselas: “Trump has consistently labeled RFK Jr. as the most radical left candidate, associating him with the Green New Deal and environmental policies that Trump opposes” (01:17).
Ben Meiselas: “With Murdoch’s flagship newspaper now questioning Trump’s judgment, it raises questions about the future of Trump’s media support and influence” (08:03).
Final Thoughts
This episode offers a comprehensive examination of the evolving relationship between media powerhouses and political figures, highlighting the intricate interplay between endorsements, critiques, and political strategy. By dissecting the New York Post’s latest editorial stance, The MeidasTouch Podcast provides listeners with insightful analysis on the current state of American politics and media influence.
For those interested in the full discussion, subscribe to The MeidasTouch Podcast, available every Tuesday and Friday morning, and join the brothers LIVE on the MeidasTouch YouTube channel every Monday and Thursday night at 8p ET/5p PT.