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Political Commentator
A terrible morning for Donald Trump, and he's not handling it well. He's sending out messages like this. I am Donald Trump. Knock knock. It's President Trump. I'm asking for you to make a small personal sacrifice right now, please. There are only seconds until the window closes for my deadline. Answer Trump's plea for support. Donald Trump sees his approval absolutely plummeting and he's quite literally begging his supporters to to keep supporting him. Then Donald Trump posts the following. Very unfair media is at work on my meeting with Putin. Very unfair media, Donald. He goes constantly quoting fired losers and really dumb people like John Bolton. Pause. You mean your former national security adviser who was there when you met with Putin before? Okay. Who just said that even though the meeting is on American soil, Putin has already won? What's that all about? We are winning on everything. And he puts that all in caps. The fake news is working overtime. No tax on overtime. If I got Moscow and Leningrad free as part of the deal with Russia, the fake news would say that I made a bad deal. Exclamation point. Pause. Leningrad. What generation are you living in? Leningrad. You mean Saint Petersburg? It hasn't been called Leningrad since 1991. Okay. He goes on to say, look at all the real news that's coming out about their corruption. They are sick and dishonest people who probably hate our country, but it doesn't matter because we are winning everything. Exclamation point, maga. In just a little bit, I'm going to show you what President Zelensky said during his press conference earlier this morning. No, Donald, but everyone believes that this is a total capitulation and surrender to Putin. Putin said he's not going to meet with you unless you agree that Ukraine needs to give up massive amounts of territory that Russia does not control. That's heavily fortified territory by Ukraine. Also, Russia has launched one of its biggest offensive in offensives in the east to date, already in advance of this Friday meeting in order to show that they have no desire for peace. They want total surrender for Ukraine. And then, Donald, you've been attacking Zelensky and Ukraine pretty much every day leading up to the Friday meeting and praising Putin. You've been saying, I don't like that Ukraine's constitution says that they can't give up land. I don't like the way Zelensky has been handling the situation. He should never have let the war happen. Putin invaded Ukraine. What the hell are you talking about? By the way, I like how California Governor Gavin Newsom mocks Donald Trump by using that same style of writing. And here's what Newsom says. When Speaker Little Man Johnson is standing in the unemployment line, he can thank little Donald. Taco J. Trump. Trump missed a simple deadline, something he has often done with his many failed businesses. Now California will fire him with new, more beautiful maps. Highly anticipated historic press conference with your favorite governor, Gavin Christopher. Christopher Newsom, thank you for your attention to this matter. Signed gcn. That's yet a mock Donald Trump like that. I do lots of videos explaining that's how you have to handle Donald Trump. I mean, Donald Trump and his regime, though, are making a mockery of the entire international community as well. You know, J.D. vance is vacationing now in Cotswold in England. This is after he vacationed at Disneyland and in San Diego. And then he went to Ohio, where he had the Army Corps of Engineers raise the level of the rivers there so that he could have a better kayaking experience. So now he's in Cotswold and in England. And JD Vance's security detail is demanding that the people in England, the people in Cotswold and the surrounding communities, turn over their social media accounts to J.D. vance's security so J.D. vance can vet them and see if they should be around him. Can't make this stuff up. The police. Police are asking local Cotswold residents for their social media handles to be passed on to J.D. vance's security detail. Glad to hear some people refuse. Honestly, the nerve of it. Especially for the man who criticized Europe for censorship, says Mark Owen Jones. We asked the police knocking on our doors if they're protecting us or J.D. vance. They were honest. We're protecting Vance. We have had the police knocking on every door, said a dog walker and and a nearby resident about what's taking place. They want the names of everybody and their social media handles that are by where Vance is vacationing. We also know that JD Vance shut down Disneyland as Well, I mean, this guy is a true and total menace. Talking about true and total menaces as well. Do y' all remember Saddam Hussein's kids, Uday and Kousse? That's one of the staples of authoritarian familial regimes, Uday and Kusay. And remember how we used to, like, mock that in the United States and be like, oh, my God, look at these dictators. Look at these morons. Look at these fascists. Right? Well, now Donald Trump has his own Uday and cousin Eric and Don Jr. Don Jr. Making posts about Donald Trump throwing green penises at WNBA players. I've covered that. That's what Don Jr. Was doing yesterday. But now Donald Trump just reposts his sons. That's how Donald Trump shows that people support him. He reposts Eric Trump this morning. My father has a cabinet that is unparalleled. He's making America really proud. My daddy is making America proud, everybody. And then Don Jr. We hit rock bottom as a country. We know the people who are on our team. They are fighting together as one engine. And the results are incredible. Really? You think so? I mean, because I pretty much remember the economist in the Wall Street Journal saying that the United States economy under former President Biden was the envy of the world. I also remember the inflation reports yesterday showing that inflation is surging past 3.1% core inflation year over the year. And now the new Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner, who Donald Trump brought in after firing a very competent and smart economist, Trump brought in an idiot authoritarian bootlicker, now says they're not going to put out inflation reports or they're not going to put out jobs reports anymore. They're just going to bury the data. By the way, it should be noted, I've talked about this before in the inflation data because Trump has fired all of the data people. We're not actually getting real inflation data anymore from the consumer Price Index of actual, like, prices of products. They're just doing estimates now. They're just guessing what it could possibly be because they no longer have the data people aggregating it. So it's just imputed. This is what they think it is. Because if you actually look industry by industry, you tell me, I think inflation right now is surging far higher than 3.1% right now. But the American people seem to get it. You know, here on cnn, they did a whole segment this morning about how Donald Trump's net approval on the issue of inflation is now negative 25. It was plus 9 during the election. Plus 9. Trump's how could people fall for this shtick? I mean, even the plus nine, the guy's a lifelong fraud. He's a sexual abuser, he's a felon. The guy lies about everything. I mean, just the idea that America was like, yeah, this guy's going to fix it. The guy who bankrupted every business and screwed the workers. He's got to. He's got to fix it. I mean, now it's negative 25, but how do you fall for this fraud? It's ridiculous that people buy this fricking snake oil salesman crap. Here, play this clip. Really a huge piece of why the President was elected was to get a handle on cost of living. So how do Americans feel like he's doing?
Political Analyst
Let me just say this is an abject disaster. Abject disaster for the President United States. You mentioned it, Jessica. Look, voters on Trump and inflation. He won the 2024 election because he was more entrusted on inflation than than Kamala Harris was. Led by a margin of 9 points. Look at where his net approval stands today though, on inflation. My goodness gracious. Into the gutter we go. Underwater we go. He's 25 points underwater. My goodness gracious. That is where the Little Mermaid is. And he is matching the Little Mermaid. That's how far underwater he is on the issue that got him elected. He led by nine points on it last year and now he's 25 points underwater. As I said, this is a complete and total disaster.
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Political Commentator
And then Donald Trump ranting and raving like a lunatic this morning as well, posting photos of New York Attorney General Letitia James. And he goes, she's a disgrace. She's a disgrace. Meanwhile, just take a look at the scenes from Washington, D.C. today. This is what it looks like with just National Guard just walking around Washington, D.C. here, more photos of the National Guard walking around Washington, D.C. let me go and talk about some international news very quickly as well. Right now. Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is, in addition to committing atrocities in Gaza, he's now admitting and conceding that the enriched uranium in Iran was not destroyed. And he goes, we're closely monitoring the situation with Washington, but the enriched uranium was never destroyed. But Donald told us that it was total obliteration. I thought it was total obliteration, everybody. Oh, wait a minute. Maybe when we reported here at the Mystouch network and others reported and we showed you those satellite images that there wasn't total obliteration. Maybe we should have believed our own eyes rather than the propaganda that Trump and Netanyahu were spewing at first. Iran's nuclear weapons, you know, capability of making nuclear weapons remain, while Donald Trump has basically removed the sanctions against them. So he's emboldened Iran. Great work. Our European allies now have to figure out how they're going to renew sanctions on Iran. So Europe is actually working seriously on that. You have Vladimir Putin speaking with Kim Jong Un of North Korea, bragging, bragging, boasting about the trip to Alaska that Putin will be taking on Friday. And in terms of where this meeting will be taking in Alaska, don't worry, folks, it's not going to happen in Camp David where Trump invited the Taliban to the first on the anniversary of 9 11. Yes, Donald Trump invited the Taliban to go to Camp David on the anniversary of 9 11. Don't worry, that's not what is happening here. Trump will be meeting Putin, though, at a US Military base in Anchorage. The American and Russian presidents will meet face to face at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Alaska on Friday. I don't know, Donald, maybe you should have just went to Leningrad. Maybe you should have went to Leningrad. Now, finally, here's President Zelinsky's presser from earlier today where he says, I told Trump and our European allies Putin is bluffing. He's trying to push before the Alaska meetings on all directions on the front. Zelensky is talking about the eastern front where Putin has escalated matters right now in the invasion of Ukraine. This is his wish. He does not want peace. Y' all are showing weakness to Putin right now and he's exploiting that with this push on the eastern front of the war of the invasion. Keep you. Let's play the clip.
President Volodymyr Zelensky
Told President Trump and all European allies. Putin is bluffing. He's trying to push before the Alaska meeting on all directions of front line. Russia wants to occupy the whole Ukraine. This is his wish and Putin is bluffing that sanctions is nothing and they don't work. In fact, sanctions are hitting Russian war economy hard. It's true. Russia has a lot of weapons many times over than we have artillery. Let's say for street three times more but they sustaining three times more lossless. And I said about it to European friends, to President Trump that Putin definitely does not want peace. He wants to occupy Ukraine. And we all understand that Putin cannot fool anyone. We need future and further pressure and European and American sanctions against Russia and together union of partners can stop war of Putin's. We spoke about the Alaska summit. We hope that the central topic will be the ceasefire, immediate ceasefire where President Trump was mentioning it many times. He suggested that after the Alaska meeting we will have a contact and we'll discuss all the results if there will be results and we will decide next colon steps.
Political Commentator
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Summary of "Trump Has Major Meltdown in Morning After Awful News" Episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast
Introduction
In the August 13, 2025 episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, hosts Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas delve into the tumultuous political landscape surrounding former President Donald Trump. The episode, titled "Trump Has Major Meltdown in Morning After Awful News," offers a detailed analysis of Trump's recent actions, his declining approval ratings, and the broader implications for American democracy. The brothers blend sharp political commentary with their signature comedic banter, providing listeners with both insightful and entertaining discourse.
Donald Trump's Public Meltdown and Declining Approval
The episode opens with a critical examination of Donald Trump's recent public behavior and statements. The Political Commentator highlights Trump's desperate attempts to rally his base amidst plummeting approval ratings:
Trump's Plea for Support: "[00:29] Donald Trump sees his approval absolutely plummeting and he's quite literally begging his supporters to keep supporting him." Trump’s messages, characterized by panic and urgency, indicate a significant loss of confidence among his followers.
Criticism of Media and Advisors: Trump’s continual attack on the media and former advisors is dissected: “Very unfair media is at work on my meeting with Putin...” [00:45]. The hosts mock Trump's outdated references, such as his mention of "Leningrad," questioning his grasp on current geopolitical nomenclature.
Approval Ratings: Highlighting alarming statistics, the Political Analyst states, “[08:40] His net approval on the issue of inflation is now negative 25. It was plus 9 during the election.” This stark decline underscores the disconnect between Trump's promises and his perceived performance.
Trump's Statements on International Affairs and Media Manipulation
The podcast delves into Trump's controversial remarks on international politics and his strained relationships with media outlets:
Comments on Putin and Media: Trump’s assertions about Putin and the media are scrutinized: “We are winning on everything. ... The fake news is working overtime.” [00:55]. The hosts sarcastically question Trump's credibility and factual accuracy regarding international diplomacy and media integrity.
Interaction with California Governor Gavin Newsom: The episode highlights Governor Newsom's satirical take on Trump, mocking his style and leadership: “[07:00] ... California Governor Gavin Newsom mocks Donald Trump by using that same style of writing.”
JD Vance and Security Concerns
A significant portion of the discussion focuses on JD Vance, showcasing the brothers' critical view of his actions and influence:
JD Vance’s Vacation and Security Intrusions: The Political Commentator describes Vance’s vacation in England and the intrusive demands of his security detail: “[05:30] JD Vance's security detail is demanding that the people in England... turn over their social media accounts.”
Public and Police Reactions: Residents' responses to police inquiries are shared, emphasizing the overreach and intimidation tactics employed: “[06:15] We asked the police knocking on our doors... They were honest. We're protecting Vance.”
Economic Critique: Inflation and Data Manipulation
The hosts provide a scathing critique of Trump's handling of the economy, particularly focusing on inflation:
Inflation Under Trump: The discussion points out the surge in inflation rates, contradicting Trump's narrative of economic prosperity: “[07:50] Inflation is surging past 3.1% core inflation year over the year.”
Bureau of Labor Statistics Under Trump: The episode criticizes Trump's appointment of a new BLS commissioner, labeling them as incompetent and authoritarian: “[08:10] They are just doing estimates now. They're just guessing what it could possibly be because they no longer have the data people aggregating it.”
Public Perception: Citing CNN’s segment, the hosts emphasize the negative public perception of Trump's effectiveness on economic issues: “[07:35] CNN... Donald Trump's net approval on the issue of inflation is now negative 25.”
International Affairs: Netanyahu, Iran, and Putin’s Alaska Summit
Shifting focus to global politics, the MeidasTouch brothers analyze key international developments:
Benjamin Netanyahu and Iran's Enriched Uranium: The podcast addresses Netanyahu’s admission about Iran’s nuclear capabilities: “[10:00] Netanyahu admits that the enriched uranium in Iran was not destroyed, contradicting initial reports.”
Vladimir Putin’s Meeting with Kim Jong Un: The hosts discuss Putin’s upcoming summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Alaska: “[11:15] Putin will meet with Kim Jong Un at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Alaska on Friday.”
Implications of the Alaska Summit: Skepticism is expressed regarding the outcomes of this high-stakes meeting, drawing parallels to past controversial summits: “[11:45] Maybe when we reported here... we should have believed our own eyes rather than the propaganda.”
President Zelensky’s Press Conference
A pivotal segment features a detailed analysis of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s press conference, underscoring the ongoing conflict with Russia:
Zelensky's Stance on Putin: Zelensky asserts that Putin is bluffing and seeks total occupation of Ukraine: “[13:26] Putin is bluffing... Russia wants to occupy the whole Ukraine.”
Call for Continued Sanctions: Zelensky emphasizes the importance of sustained pressure and sanctions on Russia to support Ukraine: “[14:00] We need future and further pressure and European and American sanctions against Russia.”
Alaska Summit’s Potential Impact: He expresses hope that the Alaska meeting will address ceasefire strategies: “[14:45] We hope that the central topic will be the ceasefire, immediate ceasefire... if there will be results we will decide next steps.”
Conclusion
The episode concludes with a reaffirmation of the podcast's commitment to delivering unfiltered truth and combating misinformation. The hosts encourage listeners to stay informed and engaged, emphasizing the critical state of American democracy and the importance of accountability in leadership.
Key Takeaways
Trump’s Political Decline: Donald Trump is experiencing a significant decline in approval, particularly concerning his handling of inflation and media relations.
Influence of Associates: Figures like JD Vance are under scrutiny for their actions and the impact on public trust and security.
Economic Concerns: Inflation remains a critical issue, with the administration under intense criticism for data manipulation and ineffective policies.
Global Geopolitics: Ongoing tensions involving Iran, Russia, and North Korea highlight the complex international landscape and the challenges in achieving peace.
Ukrainian Resilience: President Zelensky’s steadfast stance against Russian aggression underscores the resilience and determination of Ukraine in the face of warfare.
Notable Quotes
Political Commentator on Trump’s Approval: “[08:40] His net approval on the issue of inflation is now negative 25. It was plus 9 during the election.”
President Zelensky: “[13:26] Putin is bluffing... Russia wants to occupy the whole Ukraine.”
Political Analyst on Trump’s Disaster: “[08:40] That is where the Little Mermaid is. And he is matching the Little Mermaid. That's how far underwater he is on the issue that got him elected.”
Final Thoughts
This episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast offers a comprehensive and incisive look into the current political crises surrounding Donald Trump and international conflicts. The Meiselas brothers effectively combine detailed analysis with engaging commentary, providing listeners with a clear understanding of the complexities at play. Whether you're deeply entrenched in political discourse or a casual observer, this episode delivers valuable insights into the state of American and global politics.