The MeidasTouch Podcast

Episode: "Trump has Disaster Landing in DC as Ground Invasion Imminent?!!"

Date: November 3, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas (MeidasTouch Network)

Episode Overview

This episode dives into Donald Trump's chaotic return to Washington D.C., his controversial foreign policy remarks (including musings about invading Nigeria), unfiltered moments from recent interviews, and the wider implications for current U.S. and global politics. The Meiselas brothers dissect Trump’s erratic behavior, analyze polling data showing record youth disapproval, highlight the unraveling situation in the Middle East, and preview upcoming critical elections with trademark humor and impassioned advocacy for democracy.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump’s Chaotic DC Return & Bizarre Comments

• Ground Invasion of Nigeria Discussion
  Trump allegedly repeated the idea of sending U.S. troops to Nigeria, citing Christian persecution.
  [01:01] Ben: "He keeps repeating it over and over again and he says that he has not ruled out sending ground troops to invade Nigeria... I'll just play for you what he says."

  • [01:38] Trump (Clip): "Could be. I mean a lot of things. I envisage a lot of things. They're killing record numbers of Christians in Nigeria ... Not going to allow that to happen."
  • Hosts push back, highlighting U.S. foreign aid and Trump's own gutting of support for these regions.

• Ukraine Policy Floundering
  Trump offers vague solutions to the Ukraine conflict, backtracking on his promises.
  [02:10] Brett: "You promised peace on day one. That hasn't happened. So what's gonna happen, Donald?"

  • [02:36] Trump (Clip): "Sometimes you have to let it fight it out. They're fighting. They're fighting it out... It's been a tough war for Putin... thought that one would be easier..."
  • Hosts point out the contradiction with his supposed peace-first narrative.

2. Trump’s Cognitive Slips and Dated References

• Out-of-Touch Media Habits
  Trump mentions relying on TiVo, revealing a disconnect from contemporary technologies and media consumption.
  [03:28] Trump (Clip): "Thank goodness for TiVo or something thereof, right? We love TiVo. One of the greatest inventions in history."
  • Hosts mock the anachronism, suggesting Trump’s worldview is stuck decades in the past.

3. Youth Disapproval Soars

• YouGov Poll Data
  Recent polling signals historic youth opposition to Trump: [04:05] Ben: "Amongst the 18 to 29 cross tab of voters, the disapproval of Donald Trump has now reached 75%."
  • Hosts emphasize this as unprecedented and a sign of generational change.

4. Administration & Policy Critiques

• Filibuster and Common Sense Policies
  Trump rants about terminating the filibuster for all legislation, painting his policies as 'common sense' solutions.
• ICE Incident
  Discussion of an American citizen shot by ICE and then charged after intervening in an arrest:
  [04:39] Ben: "That's what the Trump regime is all about."
• China’s Defiance on Oil Sanctions
  Highlights of China and Japan’s decisions to rebuff U.S. pressure.
• Middle East Ceasefire Collapses
  The brothers analyze the real state of the Israel-Gaza ceasefire, critiquing media portrayals as misleading:
  [07:36] Ben: "Over 100 Palestinians have been killed. Humanitarian aid is not going into Gaza. Hamas has reestablished control over Gaza... But our idiotic media here and idiotic media abroad said historic peace deal."

5. Trump’s 60 Minutes Debacle

• Trump’s contradictory claims regarding foreign leaders, nuclear tests, and economic conditions.
• Blames Democrats for all issues:
  [09:35] Ben: "He says just blame everything on Democrats. Everything is the Democrats fault."

6. Shocking Lack of Empathy

• Epstein Scandal / Royal Family Focus
  Trump expresses sympathy for the British royal family, not the victims:
  [10:19] Trump (Clip): "It's a terrible thing that's happened to the family... I feel badly for the family." [10:32] Brett: "Has Donald Trump once ever expressed any sympathy towards the victims?"

• “Let them eat cake” Mentality
  Hosts draw a parallel to Marie Antoinette, criticizing Trump's preoccupation with lavish parties while Americans suffer: [11:36] Ben: "Donald Trump says, let them starve to death while he builds this golden ballroom... what a despicable person he is."

7. Election Preview & Democratic Momentum

• Upcoming Elections & Prop 50
  Reviews key upcoming contests and Gavin Newsom’s optimism: [13:15] Newsom (Clip): "This is a historically unpopular president. His policies are even more unpopular than the president himself in every core category."
• Contrast to Trump Surrogates’ Claims
  Dismissal of Trump spokespersons’ boasts about trade deals and economic windfalls as baseless noise. [14:45] Caroline Levitt (Clip): "Trillions of dollars of investments pouring into our country because of his effective use of tariffs."

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Trump’s Cognitive Slips:
  [03:28] Trump: "Thank goodness for TiVo or something thereof, right? We love TiVo. One of the greatest inventions in history."
• On Youth Disapproval:
  [04:19] Brett: "Young people ages 18 to 29 disapprove Donald Trump 75%. That's like the highest disapproval like any president ever."
• On Middle East Ceasefire:
  [07:36] Ben: "None of the issues that needed to be addressed in any type of deal were actually addressed. But our idiotic media ... said historic peace deal."
• On Trump’s Empathy (or Lack Thereof):
  [10:32] Brett: "Has Donald Trump once ever expressed any sympathy towards the victims or just ... any victims of anything? No. Donald Trump hates the victims. Donald Trump himself plays a victim."
• On Economic Reality:
  [13:58] Newsom: "He's a guy who promised to make us wealthier and healthier. Year, we're poorer and sicker across the board."

Important Timestamps

• [01:01] – Trump’s Nigeria invasion remarks
• [02:36] – Trump’s Ukraine 'let them fight it out' stance
• [03:28] – The TiVo quote
• [04:05] – Youth disapproval polling bombshell
• [07:36] – Ceasefire in the Middle East, reality check
• [10:19] – Epstein/Royal family empathy clip
• [13:15] – Gavin Newsom election preview
• [14:45] – Trump surrogate touts "trillions of dollars"

Summary

This episode offers a fast-paced, critical, and often satirical breakdown of the current political landscape through the lens of recent Trump controversies, international crises, and looming elections. The Meiselas brothers’ distinctive mix of legal analysis, media savvy, and humor drives home the seriousness of the stakes for America’s future while exposing the disconnect between Trump’s rhetoric and reality. Listeners are reminded of the importance of activism, accurate news consumption, and voting engagement as the 2025 election cycle heats up.