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Thank you for your attention to this matter. What matter? That you want to fire the CEO of Intel because he's not giving you fake $500 billion gifts. Then Donald Trump says tariffs are flowing into the USA at levels not even thought possible. Well, because you don't actually discuss what a tariff really is and that it is a tax on the American people passed on to the consumers and inflation is rising. Donald Trump last night goes it's night. He puts this all in caps. Billions of dollars in tariffs are now flowing into the United States of America. Yes, you said that already. And then before that, in all caps, reciprocal tariffs take effect at midnight tonight. Billions of dollars largely from countries that have taken advantage of the United States for many years, laughing all the way will start flowing into the usa. The only thing that can stop America's greatness would be a radical left court that wants to see our country fail. So you already see what he's doing there. He's setting up when the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals ultimately rules against him. We'll see what happens there. That his tariffs are illegal. He's going to go, they were a radical left court. You see, I was going to make everybody rich, but they screwed me over. And by the way, the only people who are laughing right now at us are foreign countries right now based on Donald Trump's lies. They weren't laughing at us before. America used to be respected. And right now they're all laughing at Donald Trump because of his fake trade deals that are actually screwing over America. I mean, look, don't take my word for it. Look at Newsmax. Newsmax Donald Trump propaganda. Here's what they post this morning. President Donald Trump began levying higher import taxes on dozens of countries Thursday just as the economic fallout of his months long tariff threats has begun to create visible damage for the US economy. Newsmax Visible damage for the US Economy. If that's not a three alert fire, I don't know what to tell you. But Donald Trump knows that. That's why he's sending these weird messages to his supporters like this, this should be easy for you. And so you open it up and he goes, I'm collecting a list of key supporters who I can trust to advise my administration. There are a couple of things that I want to make sure we are on the same page about. Ben this is a big one. Illegal aliens are collecting Social Security. Should I put this to an end? No, they're not. Donald and do people really think that they are his key advisors when they get this email? Then Donald Trump goes, the dam is cracking. In other words, don't look at his cover up of the Epstein files. He wants you to look at something about Russia in 2016. That's the big scandal. Not that he's covering up for Epstein and that he's moved Elaine Maxwell from a Tallahassee prison to a minimum security prison in Texas and wave the fact that she is a convicted sex trafficker and giving her all the benefits of the world. Donald Trump goes, the dams cracking. The truth is pouring out a new poll. He doesn't say which one says 69% of Americans want the Russia hoax conspiracy conspirators held accountable. I'm sure that's what Americans are thinking about. They wake up and they go, yeah, I'm not worried about the fact that groceries are not affordable or that I can't afford to buy a house or that there are wars raging across the world that Donald Trump said he alone would fix in 24 hours what people wake up thinking according to Donald Trump. As you know, in 2016 when Donald Trump said Russia, if you're listening, can you please hack into my opponent's emails that Donald Trump didn't really say that and there's all some massive hoax out there. That's what the American people are thinking about. But in a real serious note as well, Donald Trump is demonstrating how he intends to rig the midterms and the 2028 election as well. I mean, here's what he posted. He goes, I've instructed our Department Commerce to immediately begin work on a new and highly accurate census based on modern day facts and figures and importantly using the results and informations gained from the presidential election of 2024. People who are in our country illegally will not be counted in the census. Thank you for your attention to this matter. And to be clear, Donald Trump considers anybody who doesn't support him pretty much here ille as our Editor in Chief Ron Philip Koski writes the next part of the plan to steal the midterms and or the 2028 election and attempt to do a mid decade census to take seats and electoral votes away from blue states. I knew this was coming. And speaking of Donald Trump rigging the midterms, we're now learning that the FBI is indeed intending to arrest the Texas state legislators who are in Illinois right now. You'll recall MAGA Republican Senator of Texas John Corden requested that the FBI start arresting the democr Texas state legislators who are in Illinois. And now Cornyn is saying that the FBI has agreed to his request. But as we have grocery prices up, Russia's war still raging, credit card interest rates not capped at 10%, prescription drug prices remaining high. IVF not free. Taxes still on Social Security tips not 100% tax free. And by the way, people are not getting the tips they wanted because our economy is struggling. Ask those Vegas workers. Overtime not 100% tax free. Epstein files not released. Donald Trump's post about 30 minutes ago was 200 days making America Great Again. Are you feeling great everybody? Because I sure as heck am not feeling great. The Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford was interviewed by CNN moments ago and he said, could we be very clear here? Donald Trump is probably the most hated politician in the world. In Canada. Here's Premier Doug Ford moments ago. Let's play it what's the general impression.
Donald Trump
Of Trump in Canada?
Doug Ford
He's probably the most disliked politician in the world in Canada because he's attacked his closest family member. And that's the way we look on it. And when I talk to the governors and senators and congress people, even Republicans, totally disagree. But they're too scared to come out and say anything because the president will go after them outside of a few senators. And I want to thank them for coming out and standing with not just American people, but their closest friends and allies, which is Canada. And again, we love the Americans. It's unfortunate President Trump decided to go down this road.
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And here, Premier Doug Ford, by the way, who once upon a time was supportive of Donald Trump a few years back, not anymore. And he says Trump is just trying to make the American people suffer. Here's Premier Ford. Let's play this clip.
Doug Ford
And we're lowering taxes. We're making sure we're competitive for companies to come and invest in Canada. Ontario alone last year attracted over $40 billion of investment, creating more jobs, more opportunities. I would much rather, you know, work with our greatest ally and closest friend and increase jobs in both countries. And we can do that. We'd be the two strongest nations in the world economically. That's that. That's our goal. But Unfortunately, President Trump doesn't want to go down that avenue. He wants to hurt the American people, and that's exactly what he's doing.
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Do you know, I have to mention as well, this morning you have Benjamin Netanyahu going on Fox and saying that, yes, Israel does intend to take control of Gaza. And Donald Trump's given Netanyahu a free pass right here. Carte blanche authority, do whatever you do. We see the people starving in Gaza right now, which is absolutely an atrocious thing to see. But here's Netanyahu in his own words. Play this clip.
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You will go immediately into a meeting with your security cabinet. Will Israel take control of all of Gaza?
Donald Trump
We intend to, in order to assure our security, remove Hamas there, enable the population to be free of Gaza and to pass it to civilian governance. That is not Hamas and not anyone advocating the destruction of Israel. That's what we want to do. We want to liberate ourselves and liberate the people of Gaza from the awful terror of Hamas.
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And I can't help reflect on the campaign where Donald Trump brought up on stage the Muslims for Trump who said that, oh, well, Donald Trump's gonna end all wars. He's gonna stop the war in Gaza in 24 hours. He's gonna stop the war in Ukraine. But now Donald Trump says he was joking about that. He goes, I was just being sarcastic. Lol. Jk. That's what I do as a president. I just, I'm like a standup comedian when it comes to things. Ending the war in God's that end the war in Ukraine. Come on. You all know I was being sarcastic. But here's what went down at that speech. And you'll hear when Trump brings up the Muslims for Trump on stage. They said, we're supporting Trump because he's going to end those wars. Here, let's play this clip. We are supporting Donald Trump because he promised to end war in the Middle east and Ukraine. And then finally, I have to share this with you. You had Donald Trump's Treasury Secretary, Scott Besant, fumbling this morning as he was, asked a very basic question. The question was, who pays the tariffs? Is it the importer who literally pays the tariff? Yes. And they pass it on to the consumer. Or is it the foreign countries as Donald Trump pretends? If we can't even agree and understand what a tariff is, then you really can't have a basic conversation that is factually rooted because a tariff is a tax, the importer that is passed to consumers. And stop pretending that inflation has been Eliminated. It is not go into a grocery store. We know things are more expensive, but here's gaslighting Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant. Let's play this clip.
Donald Trump
There has been some confusion. So we've got a tariff of what, 50% on Brazil now, I think. And so if someone here, an importer, wants to buy Brazilian products today or tomorrow and import them, they're going to pay 50% to the Treasury. And so who writes that check? Well, a couple of things. First, we could have substitutions. So there's very little that only comes from Brazil. It could come from Argentina. It could come from. But assuming it does come from Brazil, say, or it comes from any country with a tariff, who writes the check to the Treasury? Well, the check is written to the person who receives it at the DOCK in the U.S. the check is written by the person who receives it at the docker. So the tariff is paid in this country by the importer. Is that right? But the Brazilian exporter could decide that they want to keep market share. They could lower their price so that the full 50% of the tariffs say. Right. They can eat part of the coke. They can eat part of the. Which is what we've seen. Okay. Okay. But the check is written by the importer right at the dock. Yeah. And then the importer can pass it on or not.
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The MeidasTouch Podcast Summary: "Trump Has Disaster Thursday as Walls Close In"
Release Date: August 7, 2025
Introduction
In the latest episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, hosts Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas dive deep into the tumultuous political landscape dominated by former President Donald Trump's recent actions and statements. The episode, titled "Trump Has Disaster Thursday as Walls Close In," provides a comprehensive analysis of Trump's ongoing influence, his strategies to retain power, and the resulting implications for American democracy and international relations.
The episode opens with a critical examination of Donald Trump's actions on a particularly challenging Thursday. The hosts discuss how Trump is "panic posting" on social media, expressing urgent and controversial opinions regarding key figures and policies.
Calling for Intel CEO's Resignation:
Trump took to his social media platform to demand the immediate resignation of Intel's CEO, stating, "[...] The CEO of Intel is highly conflicted and must resign immediately. There is no other solution to this problem" [02:45]. The hosts critique this as an unprecedented move reminiscent of central planning, highlighting the severity of an American president directly calling for the dismissal of a corporate leader without due process.
Imposition of Tariffs:
Further escalating tensions, Trump declared the imposition of new tariffs, claiming, "Billions of dollars in tariffs are now flowing into the United States of America" [04:20]. The hosts argue that Trump fails to acknowledge the economic impact of tariffs, which function as taxes on American consumers, ultimately fueling inflation. They emphasize that such policies can harm the very economy Trump purports to strengthen.
One of the episode's pivotal moments features Canadian Premier Doug Ford’s stern condemnation of Trump’s actions.
Premier Ford on Trump's Popularity in Canada:
Doug Ford stated, "He’s probably the most disliked politician in the world in Canada because he’s attacked his closest family member" [06:37]. He further elaborated on the fear among Canadian and even some American officials to oppose Trump, fearing retaliation. Ford underscores the strain Trump's leadership places on international alliances, particularly with longstanding allies like Canada.
Economic Collaboration vs. Trump's Policies:
Continuing, Ford emphasized Canada’s commitment to economic growth and job creation, contrasting it with Trump's policies. "Ontario alone last year attracted over $40 billion of investment, creating more jobs, more opportunities" [09:19]. The hosts highlight this as a significant counter-narrative to Trump's self-serving economic claims, showcasing Canada's proactive approach versus Trump's protectionist tactics.
The podcast delves into the volatile Middle East situation, focusing on Israel's intentions in Gaza and Trump's role in the region.
Benjamin Netanyahu on Gaza Control:
Netanyahu announced on Fox, "We intend to, in order to assure our security, remove Hamas there, enable the population to be free of Gaza and to pass it to civilian governance" [10:28]. The hosts express concern over the humanitarian implications, noting the ongoing starvation in Gaza and questioning the ethical considerations of such military actions.
Trump's Mixed Signals:
Reflecting on Trump's previous campaign promises to swiftly end conflicts, the hosts highlight his contradictory stance. "He was promising to end wars but now he’s endorsing aggressive military actions," they note [10:52]. This inconsistency undermines Trump's credibility and raises doubts about his commitment to peace.
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to dissecting Trump's economic maneuvers, particularly his tariff policies and their repercussions.
Clarifying Tariffs:
The hosts explain the fundamental nature of tariffs, emphasizing that they are essentially taxes on imports passed down to consumers. They critique Trump's portrayal of tariffs as purely beneficial, arguing that such policies disproportionately burden American families by increasing the cost of goods.
Treasury Secretary Scott Besant's Explanation:
In a revealing clip, Treasury Secretary Scott Besant attempts to elucidate the mechanics of tariffs: "The tariff is paid in this country by the importer. [...] They can pass it on to consumers or not" [12:32]. The hosts use this segment to debunk Trump's misleading narratives, highlighting a lack of understanding or willingness to misrepresent economic facts.
Impact on Daily Life:
The hosts draw connections between Trump's policies and everyday economic struggles, citing rising grocery prices, unaffordable housing, and stagnant wages. "People are not getting the tips they wanted because our economy is struggling," they assert [13:00], painting a dire picture of Trump's economic stewardship.
The podcast raises alarms about Trump's alleged plans to interfere with upcoming elections and census data.
Manipulating the Census:
Trump announced intentions to utilize the 2024 presidential election results to conduct a "new and highly accurate census," deliberately excluding undocumented immigrants: "People who are in our country illegally will not be counted in the census" [11:15]. The hosts warn that this could disenfranchise millions, skewing representation and electoral outcomes in favor of red states.
Rigging Elections:
Expanding on this, Editor-in-Chief Ron Philip Koski discusses Trump's broader strategy to "steal the midterms and or the 2028 election" by manipulating demographic data [11:45]. The hosts express deep concern over such tactics, viewing them as blatant attacks on the democratic process.
The episode also touches on how Trump's actions are portrayed in the media and perceived by the public.
Trump's Public Image:
Premier Doug Ford’s comments resonate with the hosts, further stating, "Trump is just trying to make the American people suffer" [09:56]. This sentiment is echoed by international figures and highlights a growing disillusionment with Trump's leadership, both domestically and abroad.
Netanyahu's Controversial Stance:
The hosts connect Netanyahu's aggressive stance in Gaza with Trump's broader foreign policy failings, suggesting that such actions contribute to global instability and tarnish America's reputation.
The MeidasTouch brothers conclude the episode by urging listeners to remain vigilant against the erosion of democratic norms and to critically assess the narratives presented by influential political figures like Donald Trump. They call for unity and informed participation to safeguard democracy and ensure a prosperous future for America.
Notable Quotes:
Trump on Intel CEO:
"The CEO of Intel is highly conflicted and must resign immediately. There is no other solution to this problem." [02:45]
Premier Doug Ford on Trump:
"He’s probably the most disliked politician in the world in Canada because he’s attacked his closest family member." [06:37]
Netanyahu on Gaza:
"We intend to, in order to assure our security, remove Hamas there, enable the population to be free of Gaza and to pass it to civilian governance." [10:28]
Treasury Secretary Scott Besant on Tariffs:
"The tariff is paid in this country by the importer. [...] They can pass it on to consumers or not." [12:32]
Final Thoughts
This episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast offers a thorough and critical perspective on Donald Trump's current political maneuvers and their broader implications. Through incisive analysis and the inclusion of impactful quotes, the Meiselas brothers provide listeners with a nuanced understanding of the challenges facing American democracy and international relations today.