The MeidasTouch Podcast

Episode: Trump Has Disaster Landing to Florida as Plans Collapse
Date: November 26, 2025
Hosts: Ben, Brett & Jordy Meiselas

Episode Overview

This episode of the MeidasTouch Podcast dives into what the hosts describe as a “disastrous” return to Florida by Donald Trump, following a series of controversial decisions and public statements. The Meiselas brothers analyze Trump’s refusal to extend health care subsidies, his continual deference to Russian interests, and the unraveling of purported peace plans for Ukraine. The episode features audio clips from Trump’s recent interviews, reporting insights from Bloomberg, and sharp critiques of Trump’s record and ongoing influence. As always, the brothers blend humor, outrage, and a staunch defense of democracy throughout their discussion.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Trump’s Refusal to Extend ACA Subsidies

[02:28–03:45]

• Trump, when questioned on Air Force One about extending Affordable Care Act subsidies (which would provide relief to millions over Thanksgiving), declines, blaming Democrats and calling the ACA a “disaster.”

• Quote:

  “Nope, I don’t want that. I don’t want to extend the health care subsidies. I don’t like that at all. I don’t want to do it.”
  — Donald Trump ([02:45])

• Hosts highlight how Trump’s priorities are self-serving, with Ben calling out:

  “Health care for 20 million Americans isn’t your priority on your way to your resort that's being funded by the taxpayers.”
  — Podcast Host ([03:59])

Trump’s Position on Ukraine and Russian Propaganda

[03:59–05:32]

• Trump is asked if Ukraine should give land to Russia; he responds by echoing Russian lines, suggesting the land will fall to Russia anyway and giving up is pragmatic.

• Quote:

  “It’s just moving in one direction. So eventually that's land that over the next couple of months might be gotten by Russia anyway. ... you want to have a border. ... It’s a long, complicated process. Very sad, because so many people are being killed.”
  — Donald Trump ([04:51–05:32])

• Hosts note that Ukraine has largely repelled Russia and that Trump’s stance is aligned with Putin, undermining Ukraine’s sovereignty.

Trump’s Nonexistent Health Care Plan

[05:32–07:36]

• When pressed on unveiling a replacement plan for the ACA, Trump again gives vague promises and proposes simply giving cash to citizens instead of insurance companies.

• Quote:

  “Don’t give any money to the insurance companies. Give it to the people directly. Let them go out, buy their own health care plan...that’s what I like.”
  — Donald Trump ([07:10])

• The hosts eviscerate the proposal, pointing out Trump’s lack of understanding of how health insurance and risk pools operate.

• Quote:

  “You don’t even know the way health insurance works... You’re so out of touch in your con artist fraud land that you don’t know what the American people go through.”
  — Podcast Host ([07:36])

Bloomberg’s Report: The Russia “Peace Plan” Sham

[07:36–09:43, 09:43–13:53]

• The brothers discuss a new Bloomberg exposé revealing audio of Steve Witkoff and Russian officials, showing active coordination on a “peace plan” essentially designed by Russia and laundered through Trump’s circle.

• Witkoff was advising Russian officials on how to present their plan to Trump and Ukraine. The transcript reveals mockery of Zelensky and suggests the plans are little more than surrender terms for Ukraine.

• Quote:

  “He’s telling them, here’s what you gotta say to Donald Trump, here’s how you gotta do it.”
  — Podcast Host ([08:32])

• Trump shrugs off these implications:

  “That’s what a dealmaker does...each party has to give and take.”
  — Donald Trump ([08:43])

The Farce of the “28 Point Plan” and U.S. Middle East Policy

[13:53–16:28]

• The brothers lampoon Trump’s defense that the controversial “28 point peace plan” for Ukraine was merely a “map” or “concept,” not an actual proposal.
• They compare this obfuscation to previous Trump claims—such as supposedly brokering a lasting Middle East peace—that did not bear out in reality.
• Quote:

  “That was just a map. All that was, is a map. That was not a plan, it was a concept.”
  — Donald Trump ([16:10])

Jared Kushner and Trump Allies’ Involvement with Russia

[16:28–17:07]

• Trump identifies Steve Witkoff and possibly Jared Kushner as his envoys, expected to meet with Putin in Moscow.
• The hosts frame this as further evidence of MAGA insiders operating in Putin’s interests.

Economic Out-of-Touchness: The Walmart Thanksgiving Incident

[17:07–18:25]

• Kevin Hassett, former Trump economic adviser, responds to critiques of Walmart’s claims about cheaper Thanksgiving dinners by defending the use of “generic” foods, highlighting his and the administration’s tone-deafness.
• Quote:

  “Are they so out of touch that they’re saying regular people don’t eat generic food?... Let’s give the regular people... generic food. They get what, two dolls? Remember the two pens for school? … Do you realize what you sound like?”
  — Podcast Host ([17:56])

Economic Realities vs. Trump’s Claims

[18:25–end]

• The hosts present data contrasting Biden and Trump labor market performance, criticizing Trump-era payroll lows.

• The episode also mocks Trump’s failed business ventures, including the collapse of the “Trump meme coin,” “Trump Media,” and the never-launched “Trump Mobile,” arguing these reflect his broader legacy of mismanagement and grift.

• The hosts express personal frustration and outrage at what they see as Trump’s corrosive effect on democracy and society, emphasizing their commitment to exposing corruption and defending democratic norms.

• Quote:

  “He’s a con artist, he’s a criminal, he’s a sexual abuser... They are infecting this country with that hate, that evilness and that loser behavior.”
  — Podcast Host ([18:25])

Notable Quotes

• On health care priorities:

  “Health care for 20 million Americans isn’t your priority on your way to your resort that’s being funded by the taxpayers.”
  — Podcast Host ([03:59])

• On Trump’s Ukraine stance:

  “It’s just moving in one direction. So eventually that's land that... might be gotten by Russia anyway.”
  — Donald Trump ([04:51])

• On Trump’s health care “plan”:

  “Don’t give any money to the insurance companies. Give it to the people directly...”
  — Donald Trump ([07:10])

• On Russia plan “negotiations”:

  “That’s what a dealmaker does...each party has to give and take.”
  — Donald Trump ([08:43])

• On economic disconnect:

  “Are they so out of touch that they’re saying regular people don’t eat generic food?”
  — Podcast Host ([17:56])

• Summing up Trump’s effect:

  “They are infecting this country with that hate, that evilness and that loser behavior. And that’s the Trump regime.”
  — Podcast Host ([18:25])

Key Segments & Timestamps

| Timestamp | Segment Description | |------------|---------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:28 | Trump refuses ACA subsidy extension; health care priorities | | 03:59 | Trump on Ukraine, parroting Russian lines | | 05:32 | Vague and unworkable Trump health care alternatives | | 07:36 | Bloomberg’s exposé of Russia “peace plan” and MAGA enablers | | 13:53 | Witkoff and Russian officials mock Ukraine, lay out strategy | | 16:10 | Trump downplays “Russia-friendly” nature of peace plan | | 16:45 | Trump names Witkoff and Kushner as envoys to Moscow | | 17:56 | Hassett/Walmart Thanksgiving economic commentary | | 18:25 | Data: Labor market, Trump failures, closing reflections |

Tone & Style

The Meiselas brothers deliver their analysis with equal parts clarity, righteous indignation, and sarcastic humor, retaining their trademark blend of political insight and brotherly banter. Their criticisms of Trump are direct and unapologetic; their commentary sharply attuned to both the technical failures of recent policy moves and the broader moral and democratic consequences.

This summary captures the heart of the episode’s major revelations, arguments, and the passionate framing for which the MeidasTouch Podcast is known.