The MeidasTouch Podcast

Episode: Sickly Trump Has Catastrophic Day With Multiple Ambushes

Date: September 10, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas

Overview

In this episode, the Meiselas brothers break down a disastrous day for Donald Trump, marked by public protests, booing at multiple events, and escalating international crises. They analyze Trump's public appearances, the global ramifications of his administration's foreign policy, and recent U.S. political drama, weaving in their signature brotherly banter and sharp commentary. The hosts also spotlight the broader threats to democracy and call for accountability at home and abroad.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump Ambushed by Protesters in D.C. and New York

• Event Recap: Trump attempts a show of strength with a visit to Joe's Seafood near the White House but is met by loud protests from Code Pink and others, who compare him to Hitler and chant for DC and Palestine’s freedom.
  • Memorable Quote:
    • Protesters chant, “Free D.C., free Palestine. TRUMP is the Hitler of our time.” (02:59)
• Broader Reaction: Trump is mercilessly booed both outside the restaurant and later at the US Open in New York.
  • The hosts highlight widespread public dissatisfaction:
    • “You could see the panic and terror in Donald Trump's face... greeted by protests outside. He gets booed and inside the protesters got like a few feet away from him.” (02:28)

2. International Crisis and Trump’s Weak Leadership

• Middle East Escalation: Israeli airstrikes hit Doha, Qatar, allegedly without notifying Trump, sparking concerns about a collapsing world order and unchecked violence.
  • Quote: “For all of the weapons that Trump is giving to Israel, Israel didn't even give a heads up... This idea of attacking sovereign nations and just killing people...” (04:37)
  • Criticism of Israel’s attacks and connection to U.S. complicity.
• Venezuelan Incident: Trump posts graphic “ISIS-style” videos, claiming to target drug dealers off Venezuela’s coast; the hosts question the legitimacy and morality of these actions.
  • Quote: “How do we know that the Trump regime didn't just kill innocent people as well?” (05:58)
• European Tensions: Russian drones enter Poland, a NATO member, raising fears of wider war and showing Trump's weakness against Putin.
  • “Poland basically coming under attack from Russia yesterday.” (07:38)
  • “Putin's agreed to all of these things... It seems like Putin is listening—quite the opposite. Everybody sees that Donald Trump reeks of utter and absolute weakness.” (08:59)

3. Domestic Developments and Resistance

• ICE Activity in Rochester: The hosts praise community resistance to “ICE Nazis” attempting abductions, showing grassroots responses to Trump-era immigration enforcement.
  • “The community banded together and push them out.” (06:45)
• White House Spectacle: Trump’s team plans UFC fighting at the White House, drawing public ridicule and outrage over the misuse of public resources.
  • California Gov. Gavin Newsom responds, “Can we just get cheaper groceries, please? And please release the Epstein files.” (09:24)
  • The hosts mock the spectacle and highlight Trump's self-serving priorities.

4. Trump, Epstein, and Dubious Associations

• Epstein Letter Debacle: Discussion of a Trump birthday card to Jeffrey Epstein, bearing what appears to be Trump’s signature, and the implausibility of claims that the letter is fake.
  • “It’s so clearly Donald Trump's signature. Like, it's not a debate.” (09:45)
  • “The wild thing to me is actually the statements that Trump's made explicitly about Epstein and the fact that Mar-A-Lago was used as a location for the sex trafficking by Epstein for underage girls...” (09:55)
  • “Oh my gosh, you must be meaning something else.” (10:58)

5. Economic Realities vs. Trump’s Alternate Reality

• Trump’s Inflation Claims: Trump claims in a right-wing radio interview that there’s no inflation—contradicted directly by current economic data and rising consumer prices.
  • Trump (clip): “We have no inflation. Prices are down on just about everything. Prices are way down on energy...” (11:25)
  • Hosts: “We didn't get. We didn't. Inflation is surging right now. It’s really bad.” (11:33)
  • Example Provided: Hershey’s price hikes at Sheetz convenience stores illustrate real economic pain at the checkout counter. (12:30)
• Sanders Criticizes U.S. Aid to Israel: Bernie Sanders calls for a halt to military aid in response to Israel's actions, echoing growing demands for accountability and aid redirection.
  • “Netanyahu's extremist government is completely out of control... when is enough enough? Bernie Sanders says no more US Military aid to Israel.” (13:17)

6. U.S. Institutions Push Back

• Federal Reserve Ruling: A judge issues a restraining order against Trump’s attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, scoring a rare win for institutional independence.
  • “A federal judge has blocked Trump's attempt to fire her her for cause. And the judge basically said he didn't give her due process...” (15:11)
• Capitol Hill Drama: Growing Republican opposition to hardline Trump sycophants, including Bill Pulte, marks some cracks in Trump’s congressional support. (16:11)
  • “Apparently he's now just utterly detested on Capitol Hill by most Republicans who think he's a weird guy, an awful human being.” (16:11)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Trump’s Vulnerability:
  • “You could see the panic and terror in Donald Trump's face as he showed up...” — Political Commentator (02:28)
• On International Law and Human Rights:
  • “This idea of attacking sovereign nations and just killing people is something that... we’re seeing as the stable world order has collapsed with Donald Trump now ruining America.” — Political Analyst (05:19)
• On Grassroots Resistance:
  • “The community banded together and push them out.” — Political Commentator (06:45)
• On Trump-Epstein Connection:
  • “When you say our secrets never age... Oh my gosh, you must be meaning something else.” — Political Commentator (10:58)
• On Inflation:
  • Trump: “We have no inflation. Prices are down on just about everything.” (11:25)
  • Political Analyst: “Inflation is surging right now. It's really bad. The jobs report was one of the worst jobs reports in a generation.” (11:33)
• On White House “Octagon”:
  • Gavin Newsom’s social media response: “Can we just get cheaper groceries, please? And please release the Epstein files.” (09:24)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [02:28] Trump arrives at Joe's Seafood, faces angry protests
• [03:58] Trump mercilessly booed outside restaurant and at US Open
• [04:37] Israeli airstrikes in Doha, Qatar analyzed
• [06:45] ICE agents confronted and driven away in Rochester, NY
• [07:38] Russian drones attack Poland; NATO implications
• [08:59] Discussion of Trump’s relationship with Putin and perception of U.S. weakness
• [09:24] Octagon fight announcement at White House mocked
• [09:45] Debate over Trump’s signature on Epstein letter
• [11:25] Trump’s false inflation claims vs. reality check
• [13:17] Bernie Sanders statement on Israel and Gaza humanitarian crisis
• [15:11] Federal judge blocks attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor

Final Notes

The episode spotlights the deepening chaos and corruption under Trump, both domestically and on the world stage, as the Meiselas brothers use sharp wit and fact-based criticism to call for reform, resistance, and an end to the Trump regime’s abuses. The tone remains urgent, incredulous, and laced with humor—hallmarks that keep the MeidasMighty tuned in.

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