The MeidasTouch Podcast
Episode: Trump Loses it as MTG gets Final Revenge!!
Date: April 12, 2026
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas
Episode Overview
This explosive episode focuses on the dramatic fallout between Donald Trump and former ally Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG), who is now leading a vocal and public campaign calling for Trump’s immediate removal from office via impeachment and the 25th Amendment. The Meiselas brothers break down MTG’s media blitz, highlight her criticisms of Trump’s domestic and foreign policies, and spotlight notable defections within Trump’s former MAGA circle. The episode paints a picture of a fractured right wing, with high-profile conservative figures openly denouncing Trump’s current behavior and decision-making.
Key Discussion Points
1. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Campaign Against Trump
- MTG’s Claims: Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG) has launched a series of public statements and interviews condemning Trump. She argues Trump has changed for the worse, is no longer fit to lead, and must be removed for the sake of America’s future.
- Policy Criticisms: MTG blasts Trump’s decision to go to war in Iran (on behalf of Israel), blaming him for domestic issues like rising gas and beef prices, and accuses him of breaking key campaign promises.
- Public Push: MTG calls for the 25th Amendment and openly discusses impeachment, citing polls showing over half of Americans supporting his removal ([00:00-01:59]).
“This is not the same man. This is not the same man that we supported, and he is not.”
— Marjorie Taylor Greene ([01:59])
2. MTG’s Broader Critique of the Republican Party
- Call for Change: She predicts a “bloodbath” for Republicans in the midterms and argues the party has failed its voters, calling Republican leaders “liars” and likening staying with the party to “buying a product that is crap.”
- Future Vision: MTG expresses a desire for “moral, America First leaders” who prioritize the American people over self-interest or party loyalty ([02:18-03:40]).
“Why do you want to keep buying a product that is crap? ... Republicans are liars.”
— Marjorie Taylor Greene ([03:40])
3. Political Fallout and Georgia’s Political Future
- State Impact: In an interview with Politico, MTG warns that if her (formerly solid-red) district can flip, so can all of Georgia, projecting Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff will win re-election.
- Broader Trend: She notes that Democrats are flipping Republican seats across the country, pointing to a nationwide trend away from Trump’s party ([04:04-05:13]).
“If my district went that hard ... that's definitely something to watch for in these other key races.”
— Marjorie Taylor Greene ([04:04])
4. MTG’s Disillusionment and Epstein Files Controversy
- Personal Rift: MTG details her final phone call with Trump, where he urged her not to release the Epstein files, fearing for his friends who'd be implicated.
- Moral Outrage: She describes shock at Trump’s willingness to protect associates accused of heinous crimes, countering her initial belief that Trump would “drain the swamp” ([07:41-08:58]).
“I was shocked because my perception ... was President Trump was going to be the one that would drain the deep state ... So when it came down to a phone call with him and he's telling me that it would hurt his friends ... I, I'm sorry, I don't care.”
— Marjorie Taylor Greene ([07:41])
5. Attacks on Right-Wing Media and the MAGA Movement
- Targeting Fox and Baby Boomers: MTG lambasts Fox News and political dark money for manipulating baby boomers into supporting “the worst candidates” ([08:58]).
- Trump’s Retaliation: Trump labels MTG and former allies (Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, Alex Jones) as “traitors,” “nut jobs,” and insults their intelligence in meltdown posts ([08:58-12:11]).
- Conservative Media Rebellion: High-profile right-wing personalities echo MTG’s criticisms, with Alex Jones, Candace Owens, and even influencer Sneako declaring the MAGA movement “dead” ([11:41-13:19]).
“MAGA is no longer commanded by you, and you know it. You belong to the Epstein class. That is your legacy now.”
— Candace Owens ([12:15])
6. Speculation on Trump’s Mental Fitness
- Cognitive Concerns: Democrats in Congress demand Trump take a public cognitive test, citing testimony from former allies like MTG and noting his erratic behavior.
- Alex Jones’s Assessment: Jones likens Trump to a monarch in mental decline: “We’re dealing with the madness of King George III here” ([11:41]).
“People in early dementia, that is exactly what they do ... I think we’re dealing with the madness of King George III here.”
— Alex Jones ([11:41])
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “He is not the same person he was.” — Marjorie Taylor Greene ([01:59])
- “President Trump is soon to be the past. And everyone needs to learn to start looking past him.” — Marjorie Taylor Greene ([02:18])
- “Why do you want to keep buying a product that is crap?” — Marjorie Taylor Greene ([03:40])
- “Yes, I think Ossoff's going to win. Wow. Yeah. His polling numbers have repeatedly showed it over and over again.” — Marjorie Taylor Greene ([04:04])
- “He told me that his friends would get hurt and that was why he was against releasing the Epstein files.” — Marjorie Taylor Greene ([07:41])
- “MAGA is no longer commanded by you, and you know it. You belong to the Epstein class.” — Candace Owens ([12:15])
- “I think we're dealing with the madness of King George III here.” — Alex Jones ([11:41])
Timestamps for Key Segments
- 00:00 – MTG denounces Trump, calls for 25th Amendment/impeachment
- 01:59 – MTG on Trump “not the same man”
- 02:18 – MTG predicts GOP “bloodbath” and calls party “liars”
- 03:44 – Politico interview: MTG on Georgia and national shifts
- 05:17 – CNN interview: MTG on Trump’s betrayal of “America First”
- 07:09 – MTG describes final, damning phone call with Trump about Epstein files
- 08:58 – MTG attacks Fox News, baby boomers; Trump's unhinged social posts
- 11:41 – Alex Jones calls Trump “King George III”; Candace Owens severs ties
- 13:19 – Commentators declare “MAGA is dead”
Conclusion
The episode offers a vivid account of the MAGA movement’s public implosion, highlighting MTG’s crusade against Trump, the defection of former loyalists, and growing consensus—even among stalwarts of the right—that Trump’s reign is collapsing. The Meiselas brothers frame this as a watershed moment for American politics, with implications for the future of the Republican party, the MAGA movement, and the national political landscape.
For listeners: If you want to witness the week’s most turbulent political drama, insights, and soundbites straight from the front lines of the right’s civil war, this episode is a can’t-miss.