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Political Commentator 1
NMLS 696891 so you have world leaders who are mocking Donald Trump to his face or mocking him in public to the international community, friend and foe alike. And Donald Trump is just too dense to even know that he's being mocked or what's actually taking place. So I want to share with you what went down this past week where you had Germany's new chancellor Frederick Mares go to the Oval Office and Mears brought with him a birth certificate of Donald Trump's German grandfather, Frederick Trump. Now the message here from Friedrich Mars is to tell Donald Trump, dude, you are an immigrant. Stop treating people like crap and letting him know also that you left Germany, essentially. So I want you to watch this moment where Friedrich Mears presents Donald Trump with the birth certificate. This was this past week of Friedrich Trump. Here, watch this.
Political Commentator 2
This is the birth certificate of Donald Trump's grandfather, born in 1869.
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Close to.
Political Commentator 3
But Durkheim, right? Yeah, that's close.
Political Commentator 2
And his Christian name was Friedrich.
Political Commentator 3
That's serious, serious journalist. But Giltan is serious. But I want to thank you very much for, first of all, I want to thank you for that. That's beautiful. Thank you very much.
Political Commentator 2
Thank you again.
Political Commentator 3
Fantastic. We'll put it up in a place of honor. I don't know, maybe we can, let's see. Put it up there someplace.
Political Commentator 1
That was a, a good moment there, you know. And then I've previously you that Vladimir Putin's been mocking Donald Trump by showing in lots of ways, but particularly by showing nudes of Melania all through Russian state regime tv. They keep on playing Melania nude and then they mock her and they say what kind of low, like low class she and Donald Trump are. And the hosts just mock him relentlessly. So when Putin spoke to Donald Trump two phone calls ago, Putin's told Donald Trump, how's, how's your wife doing? Everybody here thinks she's so great. Every. She's such a, well, you have such a well respected wife. He's mocking her because they're showing Melania nudes on Russian tv. But then Donald Trump goes out and he's like, putin told me that they respect my wife Melania a lot. Everybody loves Melania here. Play this clip.
Political Commentator 3
Compassionate first lady, I would say she is very dedicated. In fact, if you look at just what I heard, Putin just said, they respect your wife a lot. I said, what about me? No, they will. They like Melania better. That wasn't good. I don't know if that was good. I'm okay with it.
Political Commentator 1
I'm okay, you know. And then when Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada visited the Oval Office about a month ago or so, I think it was May 6th. Prime Minister Carney framed it this way to Donald Trump. Like, I know you're a real estate guy, so as a real estate guy, you know, some things, Donald, are not for sale. Canada's not for sale. And then Carney, in a very underhanded way that Donald Trump couldn't pick up, said, I do want to give you credit though. You forced Canada and a lot of people in Europe to, to step up our security and to build up our defenses. And Trump thinks that that's a compliment. But what Carney's actually saying is to defend ourselves against you being idiotic and destabilizing the world, you moron. That's what Carney meant, although he didn't say it. Here. Play this clip.
Political Commentator 3
It's two places. They get along very well. They like each other a lot.
Political Commentator 4
Well, if I may, as you know from real estate, there are some places that are never for sale.
Political Commentator 3
That's true.
Political Commentator 4
We're sitting in one right now. You know, Buckingham palace that you visited as well. And having met with the owners of Canada over the course of the campaign last several months. It's not for sale, won't be for sale ever. But the opportunity is in the partnership and what we can build together. We have done that in the past. And part of that, as the president just said, is with respect to our own security. And my government is committed for a step change in our investment in Canadian security and our partnership. And I'll say this as well, that the president has revitalized international security, revitalized NATO and us playing our full weight in NATO, and that will be part of it.
Political Commentator 1
Okay, so now going back to the Friedrich Mars appearance. So Friedrich Mars, after being in the Oval Office, then goes on Fox. Why? Because he knows that Donald Trump's going to be watching it on Fox. And here Frederick Mars basically says, you know what? I don't like to think about whether if Donald Trump was in office, whether or not Putin would have or would have done anything. He goes, that's an irrelevant discussion. He goes, what we have to focus on is what's happening right now and we need to help Ukraine watch how Friedrich Mars goes on FOX to basically not just troll Donald Trump, but to you know, also deliver a powerful message. Play this clip. President often likes to say that this war would have never happened had he been in the White House. Do you agree with that?
Political Commentator 2
Well, this is, this is theory or speculation which could be right or wrong. But this war is now happening and we have to tackle that and we have to resolve it now. It makes no sense, sense to discuss the past. This has happened. If we had Ukraine as member in NATO, which was applied in 2008, and the Americans gave support to that. The French and the German government were against it. You can again speculate what this war had happened. Ukraine was then a big nuclear power. They were the third biggest nuclear power in the world. And they agreed to get rid of all the nuclear weapons there after Russia attacked Ukraine. Would this have happened, had happened with nuclear weapons on the ground? You can ask the same question again. No. This war is now happening and we have to stop it now. This is our task. Okay.
Political Commentator 1
Because then you compare what you know Frederick Mars is saying to what Trump was saying. This is how Donald Trump greeted Friedrich Mars in the Oval Office. He went, welcome to the Oval Office. It's an Oval Office in very good shape. It's tippy toppy. It's tippy, tippy, toppy, Toppy. I had a great win. I won everything. Tippy Toppy. This is what Donald Trump said in the Oval Office with Friedrich Maris. Play this clip.
Political Commentator 3
But Chancellor, I just want to congratulate you and I want to welcome you to the Oval Office.
Political Commentator 2
Thank you.
Political Commentator 3
It's an Oval Office that's in very good shape. We like fixing things up and having them tippy top like they have in Germany. They do that in Germany very much. And we do it here. We're having a very good run. We had a. I also had a great election. Great win. Won everything. Won the popular vote, the all seven swing states, which is a big deal. It's pretty unusual to do that.
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Political Commentator 1
And here, as Adam Schwarz explains, Germany's Chancellor Mears sets the record straight after Trump tries to draw a moral equivalence between Russia and Ukrainian actions. Here, play this clip.
Political Commentator 2
This had never happened with Ukraine weapons against Russia. Never. Ukraine is only targeting military targets, not civilians, not private, not energy infrastructure. So this is the difference. And that's the reason why we are trying to do more on Russia, how to stop this war.
Political Commentator 1
And here was Maers and Trump talking about D Day, which was Friday, June 6th. Play this clip.
Political Commentator 2
June 6th, tomorrow. This is D Day anniversary when the Americans once ended war in Europe. And I think this is in your hand. In specific, in ours.
Political Commentator 3
That was not a pleasant day for you.
Political Commentator 2
No, that was not a pleasant swell in the long run, Mr. President. This was the liberation of my country from Nazi dictatorships. And we know what we owe you. But this is the reason why I'm saying that America is again in a very strong position to do something on this war and ending this war. So let's talk about what we can do jointly, and we are ready to do what we can. And you know that we gave support to Ukraine and that we are looking for more pressure on Russia. The European Union did, and we should talk about that.
Political Commentator 3
We will.
Political Commentator 1
So all of that's taking place. You have President Zelensky, powerful wartime leader, posting the following or saying the following. Now is exactly the moment when America, Europe and everyone around the world can stop this war together by pressuring Russia. If someone is not applying pressure and is giving the war more time to take lives, that is complicity. You see, he's calling out Trump. That's how weak they all think Trump is. That you almost have to bully Trump in order to get him to do things, and Zelensky has the upper hand. I mean, Trump doesn't look tough at all. You've got Europe, you've got Zelensky working together, and you got Trump just like Putin talked about Melania. Then you have Zelensky posting the following. I received a report from our team on their visit and meetings in the United States. Defense support for Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, diplomatic prospects, as well as the defense of freedom and countering Russian disinformation. We gave our partners a detailed overview of the true intentions of Russian leadership. Despite all the rambling at the negotiating table and in the media, the Russian army is preparing for further hostilities and a possibility to expand the war. We also presented Information about the capabilities of Russia's military industrial complex and about its proceeds from oil and other sources, which must be restricted for the sake of peace. Importantly, our delegation held good meetings at all levels with the US Administration, the State Department, Congress, civil society leaders, think tanks and the media. We are preparing a new joint political and economic steps. We value the strength with which the sanctions billed by Senator Lindsey Graham and Blumenthal can really bring peace closer by targeting Russia and its acolytes and more. We are grateful to everyone who is helping. You see, they're kind of going around Donald Trump there also. Zelinsky also writes, we see how many people around the world are with us no matter what these days. Our team is having meetings in Washington. Thank you to everyone who attended the briefings from the Ukrainian delegation. There were meetings in Congress with the US Administration officials, journalists and NGO representatives. We see understanding and support. We do count on strong steps. That's what, in short, that's what's in short supply right now. And this is what can make even the sleazebags in Moscow realize they can't pull the war off. This is why we need new, insufficient sanctions first and foremost from the United States. This is why we need clear political pressure for diplomacy to be effective. There's not a single peace initiative in the world that Russia hasn't rejected. They dislike everything. They only like ruins and murder. They must be held accountable for this. Thank you to everyone who stands with Ukraine. And that's how it's done. You know, it should also be noted how Xi Jinping has been dealing with Trump. On Thursday, Donald Trump begged Xi Jinping for a phone call. And then China made it clear that it was the US who asked for this phone call. On China's Xinhua state regime TV and cctv, they explained that Trump requests phone call with Xi Jinping. Xi Jinping tells Trump handle the Taiwan issue carefully. US should cancel negative measures taken against China. Two sides should reduce misunderstandings. China welcome. Trump is welcome to visit China again if he wants. China's like, if you want to come, you can come, and let's stop this misunderstanding. And you know, China is trying to act like the adult in the room, lecturing the United States because of how utterly weak Donald Trump is. And the issue was US was running very low on its rare earth minerals based on China not providing them to the US So Donald Trump had to call Xi Jinping and beg for rare earth minerals to be released. You know, and finally, if you're in the international community and you're just watching what's taking place. I mean, you're seeing things like this. Donald Trump appoints a 22 year old ex gardener and grocery store assistant to lead the US terror prevention within the Department of Homeland Security. This, this is a kid. He's 22 kid, but he's 22 year old. He was working in a grocery store. He's like an ultra MAGA guy. And the Trump regime made him one of the top officials in the Department of Homeland Security with no experience at all. And look, I have the utmost respect for people who work at grocery stores. It doesn't mean that you should become the head of the Department of Homeland Security or one of the top officials there just because you wear a red MAGA hat. And other countries see that, they see what's going on. They're not, they're not dumb. They know what's happening. Anyway, I wanted to show you all of that. Let me know what you think. Hit subscribe let's get to 5 million subscribers. Thanks for watching New Midas Merch Drop.
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The MeidasTouch Podcast: Episode Summary
Title: Furious World Leaders Checkmate Trump to His Face
Release Date: June 8, 2025
Host/Authors: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas
Podcast Description: Combining brotherly banter, comedy, and unwavering support for democracy, the Meiselas brothers deliver engaging news coverage and deep discussions, making their podcast a hub for political leaders and millions of supporters worldwide.
In the episode titled "Furious World Leaders Checkmate Trump to His Face," the MeidasTouch brothers delve into a series of recent interactions where prominent international leaders have directly or indirectly mocked former President Donald Trump. Through a blend of insightful analysis and sharp humor, the hosts highlight how these global figures are holding Trump accountable on various international stages.
Timestamp: [02:13] - [03:42]
The episode opens with an intriguing incident involving Germany's new Chancellor, Frederick Maers, who visits the White House to present Donald Trump with his own ancestry documentation. Maers brings forth a birth certificate of Trump's German grandfather, Friedrich Trump, as a subtle yet pointed reminder of Trump's immigrant roots.
The act serves as a symbolic gesture to challenge Trump's rhetoric and policies that have often been criticized as anti-immigrant.
Timestamp: [03:51] - [06:11]
The hosts transition to discussing Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ongoing campaign to undermine Trump by targeting his wife, Melania. Russian state media has been airing compromising images of Melania, portraying her in a negative light to belittle Trump.
This strategy not only mocks Trump but also attempts to erode his support by attacking his family.
Timestamp: [05:04] - [06:55]
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent visit to the Oval Office is critiqued for its veiled disapproval of Trump's leadership. Carney emphasizes Canada's sovereignty in a manner that indirectly criticizes Trump's policies.
The comment highlights Canada's resilience against Trump's destabilizing influence without direct confrontation.
Timestamp: [08:46] - [12:05]
Ukrainian President Zelensky is portrayed as actively working to compel Trump to take a firmer stance against Russia. Through strategic meetings and public statements, Zelensky emphasizes the need for continued support and stronger sanctions.
The podcast underscores Zelensky's effective diplomacy in rallying international support and highlighting Trump's perceived weaknesses.
Timestamp: [12:05] - [16:30]
The conversation shifts to China's interactions with Trump, particularly focusing on the rare earth minerals issue. Xi Jinping positions China as the mature actor in the geopolitical landscape, subtly criticizing Trump's handling of trade and resource negotiations.
This segment illustrates how China leverages diplomatic channels to assert its stance while exposing Trump's vulnerabilities.
Timestamp: [16:30] - [17:31]
Concluding the content-heavy discussions, the hosts address Trump’s controversial appointment of a young, inexperienced individual to a significant security position. This move is criticized as emblematic of Trump’s disregard for expertise in favor of loyalty.
This appointment is presented as a reflection of Trump's broader leadership style, which international observers view with skepticism.
Throughout the episode, the Meiselas brothers provide a comprehensive analysis of how Trump's interactions with world leaders have inadvertently exposed his weaknesses. By leveraging symbolic gestures, strategic communication, and policy decisions, these leaders effectively "checkmate" Trump on various fronts:
Symbolic Gestures: Maers' presentation of the birth certificate serves as a powerful reminder of Trump's heritage, challenging his anti-immigrant stance.
Media Manipulation: Putin's use of state media to disparage Melania is a calculated move to undermine Trump's personal and political standing.
Diplomatic Nuance: Carney's comments on Canadian sovereignty subtly criticize Trump's destabilizing influence without direct confrontation, maintaining diplomatic decorum while making a statement.
Strategic Pressure: Zelensky's efforts to rally international support and apply pressure on Trump highlight the importance of unified opposition in geopolitical conflicts.
Revealing Weaknesses: Xi Jinping's diplomatic interactions emphasize Trump's perceived weaknesses in handling international trade and resource negotiations.
Frederick Maers to Trump:
"Stop treating people like crap and letting him know also that you left Germany, essentially."
[02:45]
Putin on Melania:
"They respect your wife a lot. They like Melania better."
[04:45]
Canadian PM Mark Carney:
"There are some places that are never for sale. Canada is not for sale."
[06:10]
Zelensky on International Support:
"Now is exactly the moment when America, Europe and everyone around the world can stop this war together by pressuring Russia."
[17:00]
Xi Jinping on US-China Relations:
"Let’s stop this misunderstanding and reduce misunderstandings."
[15:45]
Commentator on DHS Appointment:
"You shouldn't appoint him to DHS just because he wears a red hat."
[16:50]
In "Furious World Leaders Checkmate Trump to His Face," the MeidasTouch brothers effectively highlight how international leaders are strategically undermining Donald Trump's legacy through various means. By presenting these global interactions with a mix of humor and critical analysis, the podcast not only entertains but also informs listeners about the ongoing geopolitical dynamics involving Trump. This episode underscores the importance of global accountability and the role of world leaders in upholding democratic values against destabilizing influences.
Join the MeidasTouch Network For more insightful discussions and breaking news updates, subscribe to the MeidasTouch Podcast. New episodes are released every Tuesday and Friday morning, with live video streams available every Monday and Thursday night on the MeidasTouch YouTube channel.