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Political Commentator
Donald Trump wearing makeup so his face is three different colors. You see it right there. You have JD Vance going so heavy on the smoky eyeliner in the morning. And then just the absurdity of it all as Donald Trump is posting fraudulent deals lying to the American people that Qatar is committing $1.2 trillion to the United States when Qatar's GDP is $200 billion a year. Yes. So Cutter. Yes, Donald Trump, Qatar has committed 6x its entire GDP to the United States. I'm sure we're going to be seeing a lot of that money flow into the United States and help the American workers and help the American people who are suffering. I'm of course being sarcastic right there. American people are suffering here. They can't afford groceries, they can't afford basic necessities in life. Donald Trump ran on a fraud that he was going to make things cheaper on day one. He lied. Housing is not more affordable, it's less affordable. Right now we're seeing the 20 and 30 year treasury yields go up into Areas that express extreme and utter volatility and that also has an impact on things like mortgage rates and makes lending more difficult. You have Donald Trump promising that he was going to bring peace to Ukraine in 24 hours, peace to Gaza in 24 hours. It's just lie after lie after lie. But what Donald Trump does do is gimmicks. I call it a rug pull presidency. I call it a Ponzi scheme presidency. But to me, some of the most offensive things. Watching Donald Trump parade himself and his regime around these Middle east nations that he's paying homage to because their sovereign wealth funds are paying him off and bribing him off and buying him jets, is that how the hell is this helping the American people right now? You know, I know all of the MAGA people who live in their MAGA mush cult are like, yeah, he's going to cut her. Did you see the motorcade? When Donald Trump went to Lucille Palace? Oh my God, he went to lasalle palace in Qatar with all of the gold on the wall and all of the diamonds out in there. What are we talking about here? How is helping American people? I'll tell you what's hurting American people. Trump's big, beautiful tax bill is a massive tax scam that does nothing that Donald Trump actually promised, but will rip Medicaid away from you. That's what it does. They may say, oh, trust me, we're not going to touch your Medicaid. They are. It's in the freaking bill. Also, when you look at Donald Trump's tax bill right now that the GOP is trying so hard to push through, in addition to having trillions of dollars in tax cuts for the billionaires which they then need to raise the debt ceiling by at least $4 trillion. You also look at it and it has some really dangerous policies as well. Like it has a 10 year ban on states rights, a 10 year ban on states from regulating artificial intelligence in their states. It's the federal government is not regulating AI. And Donald Trump wants to give all of these handouts to his tech bros and oligarchs like Elon Musk and Sam Altman and others. Donald Trump is preventing states from engaging in common sense regulation of AI. So states are banned from it. And you know what? This has real world implications. We saw today Elon Musk's AI just randomly spewing lies about South African, American white people being subject to a massive genocide taking place right now. And then if you ask Grok what was going on, even Grok says, we've Been programmed by our creator Elon Musk to lie to people. So under this GOP tax bill they slipped something in that says states couldn't regulate, that states couldn't regulate, say like AI images of name, image and likeness of people or like you know, AI that does sex, shaming, you know, all that stuff. The AI companies are getting Donald Trump to sneak this in the bill there. It's a paid for presidency right now. And here Donald Trump popes post memes like this. This is an actual post from Donald Trump. The return of the goat. America is respected again. And it's a photo of himself with mbs. So Trump's just going palace hopping to the various Middle east leaders who run sovereign wealth funds who buy off Donald Trump and Trump's family. Right? So he was with MBS and the Saudis who are building Trump resorts. You've got Donald Trump going to the Qataris who buy off Donald Trump. By the way, here's a fun fact that isn't getting enough attention about that gold plated jet that Donald Trump won so badly from Qatar. Qatar pulled the same scam, the same scheme with Turkey's leader and, and Turkey's leader accepted it. So Donald Trump's getting what, the seconds or the thirds right now after Qatar pulled the same thing with Turkey. Now normally the United States of American president would say what the hell are you talking about? About taking a gold plated jet from Qatar. But if you take a look at Donald Trump's Oval, the Oval Office right now under Donald Trump, just think about how bad he wants to pretend that he's like in a royal family, just think about how bad like he literally has like fake gold painted stuff and has turned the Oval Office into the most gaudy, disgusting looking things imaginable. But let's talk about the real world implications of it because you know, when we talk about oh, Donald Trump's getting a gold plated jet, this that I always want to connect it to. Donald Trump is so focused on making himself rich and having Middle east countries buy himself crypto. And what does he try to do? He tries to distract us all with culture wars here in the United States, to divide us against each other, pit American against American so he and the oligarchs can take for us while Americans are suffering, while they take away our Medicaid, they take away our healthcare, they run these scams where Donald Trump says, look, my executive order says that I'm going to cut healthcare costs by 80%. Look, I signed an executive order. Yeah, you're signing doesn't do a thing. An executive order is not a law. It's just more of your fraudulent, phony behavior. I think Americans are realizing what is happening, don't you? I mean, take a look at what happened in Omaha, Nebraska. In Omaha, Nebraska, there was a mayor who was the longest serving Republican incumbent in the United States of America. Jean Stothert was her name. And she went full MAGA in the last election where she spent all this time spoke, focused on talking about bathrooms and peepees and vaginas and gender and sports and men and women's sports and punching down at the transgender community. All that bullshit is what she spent her time. And she had previously won her last election. I think she was serving for about 12 years before again, longest serving Republican incumbent mayor in the United States. Well, she lost to the Democrat where she previously won by 20 points in the last election. This election she lost by seven. We're seeing this trend across the country. Why? Because we all reckon Americans are recognizing by and large that this MAGA thing is some weirdo freaking cult authoritarian bullshit giving Donald Trump gold plated jets. And Americans are suffering. Americans aren't being tricked. When Donald Trump says, oh, I've solved inflation, it's better. You can afford homes now. No, people can't, Donald, you didn't solve anything. And by the way, when Sean Hannity was trying to prompt Donald Trump about what to say, Trump couldn't even handle it. So Trump had to Cor Hannity when Hannity was praising Donald Trump's trade deal with China, which was not a trade deal, it was a capitulation where Donald Trump just pulled back the problems he created. He pulled back the tariff and made China look like the reasonable adult in America, look like a crazy person. You know, since January 20, I think Reuters did this analysis, the United States has changed trade and tariff policies to 50 to 55 times. About every two days the United States rolls out a new trade policy. Why do you think the 20 and 30 year treasury yield is going so high and may hit 5%? So why do you think? Because of the instability that Trump is creating. So here Donald Trump refers to the consensus with China as a concept of a deal. Let's play it. Well, actually on Sunday, you announced a deal with China.
Donald Trump
Yeah.
Political Commentator
How did that happen that quick?
Donald Trump
Well, they met Saturday and Sunday and they had a deal pretty much from the beginning was the concept of a deal.
Political Commentator
And doesn't that remind you of on December 8, 2024 when Donald Trump talked about having concepts of a health care plan Here, let's play this clip right here.
Donald Trump
Replacing Obamacare for 10 years and then he voted against. Nobody understands.
Lisa Schneider
Sir, you said during the campaign you had concepts of a plan. Do you have an actual plan at this point for health care?
Donald Trump
Yes, we have concepts of a plan that would be better still.
Lisa Schneider
Just concepts. Do you have a fully developed land?
Donald Trump
We are, we have the big One.
Political Commentator
Of the things I want to point out as well, and I'm going to do a whole other video on this, is that one of the deals that we know that Trump just did is he made a deal with the family of El chapo to bring 17 family members of El Chapo without consulting Mexico about it. Apparently, the Department of Justice is trying to work out some deal with Chapo's son who's been in, who's previously been extradited to the United States. So we let in 17 members of the of the Chapo family. So ridiculous. Let me just show you this one before we go. Two clips, I think sum it all up. Here is Benny Thompson, Democratic Congressmember right here. So what he had to say to Kristi Noem about her cosplaying. Let's play this clip.
Donald Trump
Secretary Noem, I'm glad you found time among your many photo ops and costume changes to testify about why President Trump is seeking more taxpayer dollars and what you plan to do with that money if you get it.
Political Commentator
And then here is AOC right here talking about Medicaid cuts. Let's play it.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
There are 13.7 million Americans on the other side of that screen right there. Hello. Hello. I'm talking to you because I work for you. And they deserve to see what is happening here because there are plenty of districts, including Republican ones, where 25% of your constituents are on Medicaid, 40% of your constituents are on Medicaid. And yes, I am.
Donald Trump
Will the gentle lady yield?
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
I am talking to them and I will not yield because it was a terribly disrespectful comment and I will not yield to disrespectful men. Thank you very much.
Political Commentator
Finally, Donald Trump here was asked about the United Arab Emirates, the Abu Dhabi Fund, buying all of his crypto up. And Trump's like, I don't know what you're talking about. Yeah, $2 billion. Donald, you don't know about the Abu Dhabi crypto deal for $2 billion. Here, play this clip.
Donald Trump
An Emirati government backed firm did a $2 billion deal. An Emirati government backed firm did a 2 billion dol. The Trump judicial boys. How did that deal come about? I don't know anything about it. I really don't know anything about it. But I'm a big crypto fan. I will tell you, I've been that from the beginning, right from the campaign. I'm a believer in crypto. And if we're not going to do it, China is going to do it. The way I look, it's like AI. I'm a believer in AI because we have to have it. We're leading China by a lot. And in crypto, we're leading China by a lot. So I'm a big crypto.
Political Commentator
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The MeidasTouch Podcast: "Trump Loses It After Shock Election Loss"
Release Date: May 15, 2025
The latest episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, titled "Trump Loses It After Shock Election Loss," delves deep into the tumultuous aftermath of Donald Trump's unexpected electoral defeat. Hosted by the Meiselas brothers—Ben, Brett, and Jordy—the episode features a passionate political commentator who provides a scathing analysis of Trump's actions, policies, and the broader implications for American democracy. Below is a detailed summary capturing the episode's key discussions, insights, and conclusions.
The episode opens with the commentator criticizing Trump's focus on personal image, highlighting his use of makeup and lavish displays:
Appearance Critique:
"Donald Trump wearing makeup so his face is three different colors. You see it right there. You have JD Vance going so heavy on the smoky eyeliner in the morning." [00:32]
Luxury Displays:
"How is helping American people? I'll tell you what's hurting American people. Trump's big, beautiful tax bill is a massive tax scam that does nothing that Donald Trump actually promised." [07:45]
The commentator argues that Trump's obsession with luxury, such as gold-plated jets and opulent Oval Office décor, distracts from pressing national issues.
A significant portion of the discussion centers on Trump's unfulfilled economic promises and the resultant financial instability:
Broken Promises:
"Donald Trump ran on a fraud that he was going to make things cheaper on day one. He lied. Housing is not more affordable, it's less affordable." [04:15]
Impact on Markets:
"Right now we're seeing the 20 and 30 year treasury yields go up into areas that express extreme and utter volatility." [05:50]
Tax Legislation:
"Trump's big, beautiful tax bill is a massive tax scam that does nothing that Donald Trump actually promised, but will rip Medicaid away from you." [07:10]
The commentator emphasizes that Trump's tax policies favor billionaires while jeopardizing essential services like Medicaid, contributing to economic strain for ordinary Americans.
Trump's foreign engagements, particularly with Middle Eastern nations, are scrutinized for their lack of transparency and benefit to the American populace:
Questionable Deals:
"Donald Trump is parading himself and his regime around these Middle East nations that he's paying homage to because their sovereign wealth funds are paying him off and bribing him off." [06:30]
Crypto and AI Regulation:
"Donald Trump is preventing states from engaging in common sense regulation of AI. So states are banned from it." [08:20]
Recent Agreements:
"Trump just did is he made a deal with the family of El Chapo to bring 17 family members of El Chapo without consulting Mexico about it." [11:50]
The commentator highlights the implications of Trump's foreign deals, pointing out the conflicts of interest and lack of accountability, which undermine national interests.
Healthcare remains a contentious issue, with Trump’s administration accused of undermining essential services:
Healthcare Promises:
"When Donald Trump says, oh, I've solved inflation, it's better. You can afford homes now. No, people can't, Donald, you didn't solve anything." [09:30]
Policy Impact:
"Under the GOP tax bill, they slipped something in that says states couldn't regulate AI... AI that does sex shaming... Yeah, the AI companies are getting Donald Trump to sneak this in the bill." [09:50]
The discussion underscores the detrimental effects of Trump’s policies on healthcare affordability and accessibility, as well as the broader societal impacts of limited AI regulation.
The episode examines the broader political landscape following Trump's loss, highlighting shifts within the Republican party and voter sentiment:
Election Outcomes:
"In Omaha, Nebraska, Mayor Jean Stothert... she lost to the Democrat where she previously won by 20 points in the last election. This election she lost by seven." [10:10]
Voter Realization:
"Americans are recognizing by and large that this MAGA thing is some weirdo freaking cult authoritarian bullshit giving Donald Trump gold plated jets." [10:30]
The commentator suggests that Trump's defeat has led to a reevaluation within the Republican party, with voters moving away from extremist rhetoric towards more pragmatic leadership.
Interactions between Trump and media figures, including notable confrontations, are discussed to illustrate the fracturing relationship:
Media Challenges:
"When Sean Hannity was trying to prompt Donald Trump about what to say, Trump couldn't even handle it. So Trump had to Cor Hannity when Hannity was praising Donald Trump's trade deal with China." [12:00]
Public Statements:
"Donald Trump's Oval Office... has like fake gold painted stuff and has turned the Oval Office into the most gaudy, disgusting looking things imaginable." [12:15]
These points reflect the contentious dynamics between Trump and the media, contributing to public disillusionment.
Detailed critiques of specific policies implemented or proposed by Trump are provided:
AI Regulation Ban:
"Under the GOP tax bill they slipped something in that says states couldn't regulate AI images of name, image and likeness of people... AI that does sex shaming." [08:45]
Trade Policy Volatility:
"The United States has changed trade and tariff policies to 50 to 55 times... Why do you think the 20 and 30 year treasury yield is going so high and may hit 5%? Because of the instability that Trump is creating." [10:00]
These critiques highlight the inconsistency and unpredictability of Trump's policy decisions, which have tangible negative effects on both technology regulation and economic stability.
Throughout the episode, various clips and quotes are analyzed to support the commentator's arguments:
Trump on Middle East Deals:
Donald Trump: "Yeah, they met Saturday and Sunday and they had a deal pretty much from the beginning was the concept of a deal." [10:47]
Healthcare Plan Discussion:
Donald Trump: "We have the big One." [11:25]
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: "I am talking to them and I will not yield because it was a terribly disrespectful comment and I will not yield to disrespectful men." [12:30]
These clips are used to demonstrate Trump's vagueness on policy details and the resistance from political opponents against his initiatives.
In "Trump Loses It After Shock Election Loss," The MeidasTouch Podcast delivers a critical examination of Donald Trump's post-election behavior, policies, and their repercussions on American society and governance. The episode emphasizes the disparity between Trump's promises and actual outcomes, the detrimental effects of his foreign and economic policies, and the shifting political sentiments among voters. Through incisive commentary and evidence-backed analysis, the podcast underscores the urgent need for accountable and transparent leadership to address the nation's challenges.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps:
Key Takeaways:
For listeners seeking a comprehensive analysis of the political fallout following Trump's election loss, this episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast offers a thorough and engaging exploration of the issues at hand.