Trump Says 'Shut Up About Eggs' as He Golfs on Saturday

Summary

The MeidasTouch Podcast Summary Episode: "Trump Says 'Shut Up About Eggs' as He Golfs on Saturday"
Release Date: March 9, 2025

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Introduction

In this episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, hosts Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas delve deep into the latest actions and statements of former President Donald Trump, particularly focusing on his recent golfing activities, economic policies, and controversial social media posts. The discussion is laced with the brothers' characteristic humor and sharp political analysis, providing listeners with a comprehensive overview of Trump's impact on the current economic landscape and political climate.

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Trump's Golfing and Social Media Activity

[00:43] Host 2:
Donald Trump was spotted returning to Mar-a-Lago to enjoy another round of golf, a pastime he seems to prioritize even amid economic turmoil. Amid his leisure, Trump took to social media with a dismissive message addressing concerns over egg prices:

"Shut up about egg prices Americans. Trump is saving consumers millions."

Analysis:
The hosts vehemently disagree with Trump's claim, arguing that his policies have instead adversely affected the economy. They criticize his approach to handling economic issues, labeling his trade wars as "feckless" and attributing the current economic downturn to his leadership.

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Economic Impact of Trump's Policies

[00:43] Host 2:
Trump's trade wars with Canada and Mexico are highlighted as significant factors destabilizing the economy. The hosts reference the Atlanta Federal Reserve's bleak projections, anticipating a GDP contraction between -2.8% to -3% in the first quarter, coupled with rampant inflation leading to stagflation—a combination that most economists fear could trigger a recession or even a depression.

Notable Quote:

"As Donald Trump's surrogates are out there saying, oh, that's just a short term disturbance or America needs to detox or we don't really need federal workers, why do we need them? Or why do veterans need jobs? So absolutely pathetic."
— Host 2 [01:55]

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Critique of Trump’s Surrogates and Proposals

[02:38] Brooke Rollins Clip:
Trump's Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, appeared on various Fox shows suggesting that Americans could mitigate egg price surges by raising backyard chickens:

"I think the silver lining in all of this is how do we in our backyards, we've got chickens in our backyard. How do we solve for something like this?"

Host Commentary:
The hosts mock the practicality of Rollins' suggestion, pointing out that farming eggs at a backyard level lacks scalability and feasibility for the broader economic issues at hand.

[03:09] Larry Kudlow Clip:
Larry Kudlow addresses economic forecasts, attributing the negative GDP growth to factors beyond Trump’s policies:

"Some very, very smart people are telling me that the jobs number that's coming out, the February jobs number that's coming out Friday, could be flat, even negative..."

Host Commentary:
Despite Kudlow's attempt to distance the economic downturn from Trump's influence, the hosts argue that Trump's ongoing policies are directly responsible for the current financial instability.

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Trump's Ongoing Political Maneuvers

Funding Bill and Continuing Resolutions:
Trump advocates for a continuing resolution to maintain government funding, criticizing Democrats for potential government shutdowns despite them not controlling key branches:

"You control the House, you control the Senate. If you believe there are priorities or things you want to change, guess what? You can make the laws, so do it."

Kennedy Center Appointments:
Trump announced appointments of Fox personalities Laura Ingraham and Maria Bartiromo to the Kennedy Center board, which the hosts ridicule:

"I'm thrilled to announce that Laura Ingraham and Maria Bartiroma from Fox will be joining our Kennedy center board."

Host Analysis:
The hosts condemn these appointments as symbolizing a merger between Trump’s administration and Fox's media influence, labeling such moves as detrimental to cultural institutions like the Kennedy Center.

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Economic Forecasts and Wall Street Concerns

Wall Street Journal & International Chamber of Commerce Insights:
Citing reports from reputable sources, the hosts highlight the growing concern over a potential Great Depression triggered by Trump's tariff policies and federal layoffs.

"You've got headlines from the New York Times saying economic forecasts have deteriorated in recent weeks, reflecting the upheaval from federal layoffs, tariff moves and immigration roundups."

Host Analysis:
The Meiselas brothers emphasize that Trump's policies have shifted the once robust economy into a precarious position, undermining previous administrations' successes.

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Trump’s Engagement with Supporters and Media

Trump Oval Office Membership Program:
Trump launched a membership initiative, enticing supporters with exclusive access and privileges, which the hosts describe as another "grift."

Social Media Activity:
Despite economic hardships, Trump continues to engage his base with promotional posts and meme-driven content, which the hosts criticize as out-of-touch and counterproductive.

Notable Quote:

"Grift, rinse, repeat."
— Host 2 [09:18]

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Media Criticism and Political Alliances

Maria Bartiromo’s Comments:
Maria Bartiromo attributes the impending recession to President Biden, further fueling political divides.

"That's by the way, that's why I said earlier it would be Biden's recession."

Host Commentary:
The hosts dismiss Bartiromo's claims as baseless, pointing out the contradictory nature of her statements given the economic indicators that align more closely with Trump's policies.

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Conclusion

The episode presents a scathing critique of Trump's continuous influence on the American economy and political landscape. By examining his leisurely golfing amidst economic decline, dismissive social media rhetoric, and questionable political appointments, the Meiselas brothers argue that Trump's actions are exacerbating economic instability and undermining democratic institutions. The hosts call for accountability and a return to policies that genuinely support economic growth and stability, all while maintaining their signature blend of humor and incisive political commentary.

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Notable Quotes from the Episode:

• Brooke Rollins [02:38]:
  "I think the silver lining in all of this is how do we in our backyards, we've got chickens in our backyard. How do we solve for something like this?"

• Larry Kudlow [03:09]:
  "Some very, very smart people are telling me that the jobs number that's coming out, the February jobs number that's coming out Friday, could be flat, even negative."

• Maria Bartiromo [12:08]:
  "That's why I said earlier it would be Biden's recession. And I know the haters out there will slam me later."

• Host 2 [09:18]:
  "Grift, rinse, repeat."

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Note: This summary excludes all advertisements and non-content segments to focus solely on the substantive discussions and analyses presented by the hosts.

Transcript

[Host 1]

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[Host 2]

And time just stands still?

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[Host 2]

As Donald Trump runs back to Mar a Lago to play golf once again this weekend on the taxpayer's dime, as he keeps crashing our economy, he posted this message to the American people. Shut up about egg prices. Shut up. Here he makes this post on a social media platform. It's an article from Charlie Kirk. And Donald Trump posted Shut up about egg prices Americans. Trump is saving consumers millions. No, he is not saving consumers millions. As he's playing golf on the taxpayer dime, Donald Trump is crashing the economy with his feckless trade wars, where he goes, I'm going to do a trade war today. Oops, the market's crashing. I'm not going to do a trade war. I'm going to do a trade war with Canada and Mexico. Oopsies, the market' crashing. I'm not going to do that now. Because of Donald Trump's policies, the Atlanta Federal Reserve is predicting a negative 2.8 to negative 3% GDP in quarter one, a contraction. And we're also predicting inflation, which is stagflation. Low gdp, surging prices equals stagflation, which is a disaster for our economy. Most economists now are predicting a recession, a great recession or even a depression, as Donald Trump's surrogates are out there saying, oh, that's just a short term disturbance or America needs to detox or we don't really need federal workers, why do we need them? Or why do veterans need jobs? So absolutely pathetic. And how dare he say this while Americans are suffering? His messages. Shut up about egg prices. Well, meanwhile, his Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, has been making her rounds on all of the Fox shows. And here she says that what America's really need, they want to deal with the surging egg prices, is that they need to buy chickens because the chickens will make their eggs for them. Play this clip.

[Brooke Rollins]

I think the silver lining in all of this is how do we in our backyards, we've got chickens in our backyard. How do we solve for something like this? And, and people are sort of looking around thinking, wow, well, maybe I could get a chicken in my backyard. And it's Awesome. I agree with you.

[Guest 1]

Yeah.

[Host 2]

I think everyone who isn't a farmer right now wants to be. So you're in the right department, Brooke. So despicable. Then she went on Larry Kudlaw, of course, and Larry Kudlaw calls her Brookie. He goes, brookie, the economy is suffering, but it's all Biden's fault, eh? Here, play this clip.

[Host 1]

Some very, very smart people are telling me that the jobs number that's coming out, the February jobs number that's coming out Friday, could be flat, even negative. Brookie, the GDP now tracker from the Atlanta Fed is showing, I mean, for the first quarter, a minus two and a half or minus 2.8%. And we've had lousy numbers on things like housing and business investment. My generic point here with respect to affordability and the economy is we're going to have to suffer through some bad news. This has nothing to do with Trump.

[Host 2]

Trump's program's not in so pathetic. What else is Donald Trump doing today while he is vacationing at Mar a Lago, crashing the economy and telling Americ to shut up about egg prices? Here's what he posted as well this morning. On Saturday at 10:25am he goes, the House and Senate have put together, under the circumstances, a very good funding bill, a CR All Republicans should vote, please, yes, next week. Great things are coming for America and I am asking you all just to give us a few months to get us through to September so we can continue to put the country's, quote, financial house in order. Democrats will do anything they can to shut down our government and we can't let that happen. Excuse me. First and foremost, Democrats don't control the House, they don't control the Senate, they don't control the executive branch. You do. So how are Democrats going to shut it down? Also, please. I mean, so utterly pathetic. And you see what a con artist is as he's crashing our economy, as he's vacationing in Mar a Lago, by the way, where he's hanging out with like crypto billionaires bragging about how much money he's made off his dollar sign Trump meme coin. As he starts talking about making these, like, meme coins, you know, part of like the Treasury Department's crypto reserve. As he's doing all of that as Americans are suffering, he's saying, please and let's just do a continuing resolution because the Republicans can't even get a budget together. They can't pass a budget, so they need to continue the budgets of the past, which the Republicans were never able to do. So they're continu what the resolution from Nancy Pelosi, which is before Republicans took control of Congress in 2022 and they've been unable to do their most basic function and pass the budget. And isn't it interesting too that they want a continuing resolution while they say that the prior appropriations are all filled with fraud. So you control the House, you control the Senate. If you believe there are priorities or things you want to change, guess what? You can make the laws, so do it. No, you're too pathetic to do that because what would you rather be doing? What they're doing this weekend, vacationing, partying, telling Americans to shut up and stop whining about egg prices. And J.D. vance and Elon Musk posting the cringiest, weirdest memes. Elon Musk, elon Musk reposting JD Vance, Leonardo DiCaprio memes. I don't even know what they're doing here. Meanwhile, you have like Laura Ingraham and Donald Trump talk talking about how glad that Laura Ingraham is that Donald Trump has appointed her to the board of the Kennedy center because that's what Americans care about right now. Donald Trump posts. I'm thrilled to announce that Laura Ingraham and Maria Bartiroma from Fox will be joining our Kennedy center board. That's why I call Fox state regime media, because they're literally part of the administration, the regime. This completes our selection. We look forward to the to a golden age to which Laura Ingraham responds this morning. Thank you, Mr. President. This appointment is an honor. I look forward to working with such a stellar group to showcase the best of the performing arts in our nation's capital. Guess what, Laura, no one wants to work with fascists. Actually, talented artists do not want to work with fascists. So why don't you put Kid Rock up there or Ted Nugent up there and they can talk about whatever the hell they want. But real talented people like the people behind Hamilton, they are canceling and most people are not going to the Kennedy center anymore. Let's take a look. What's Donald Trump doing? Golfing. Golfing. Just some weird stuff going taking place at Mar a Lago while you get headlines like this. Beware a recession that could be triggered by a chain reaction of tariff risks. Wall street executives say you had the Wall Street Journal citing the International Chamber of Commerce as well, saying that America could be heading to a great depression. Wall Street Journal, International Chamber of Commerce saying that you've got headlines from the New York Times saying economic forecasts have deteriorated in recent weeks, reflecting the upheaval from federal layoffs, tariff moves and immigration roundups. Trump's policies have shaken a one solid economic look. Trump inherited an economy that was, by most conventional measures, firing on all cylinders. Just weeks into Trump's term, the outlook is gloomier. But what is Donald Trump doing with his base? Grifting off of them. That's all he knows how to do. Grift, rinse, repeat. Grift, rinse, repeat. Donald Trump sends the following message to his supporters. Today I'm announcing my newest membership program, Trump Oval Office members, I wish this Trump badge meant that I can meet you in the Oval Office because I would love for you to come unlock your membership now. There it is. It's an American flag, but it's Donald Trump's name on it. You defile our flag with your name on it and fake gold. How dare you? Then Donald Trump sends this email. If I say please, that's one of us. Think please. If I say please, will you at leave answer question one? It's the easiest question. Please let me know. Take the MAGA poll. Will you stand with Trump if I'm impeached again? You control the House, the Senate, and the executive branch, and you're saying please if I get impeached right now? And then Donald Trump sends the following to Ben, this is your chance to tour Mar A Lago. You're invited. You, you're invited to dinner at Mar A Lago. You mean so much to me that I'm personally inviting you to my beautiful home. Free flight, free hotel, free meal. Oh, your beautiful home where you're hanging out with your billionaires while you're telling Americans to shut and stop talking about egg prices. Yet Americans are. Prices are surging. You promised they would go down on day one. By the way, Maria Bartiroma, who's now on, I guess, the Kennedy center board with Laura Ingraham as well. Remember when she asked Donald Trump this week, you know, Donald, Donald, can you give a sense of whether or not you can give some clarity to the business community? Remember what Trump said. Here, play this clip.

[Guest 1]

Can you give us a sense of whether or not we are going to get clarity for the business community?

[Guest 2]

Well, I think so, but, you know, the tariffs could go up as time goes by and they may go up and, you know, I don't know if it's predictability. I think so.

[Guest 1]

That's not clarific.

[Guest 2]

No, I think, I think that they say that, you know, it sounds good. To say, but for years, the globalists, the big globalists have been ripping off the United States. They've been taking money away from the United States and all we're doing is getting some of it back.

[Host 2]

Trump is a disaster for business. And here's this type of stuff that he continues to post though, right as Americans are wondering right now, Americans who live paycheck to paycheck, as they're getting laid off from their jobs, as they're seeing Elon Musk destroy the federal government, as Donald Trump is doing whatever the hell Putin wants, as Donald Trump's cut off intelligence to Ukraine and is allowing Vladimir Putin and possibly sharing with Putin our military intelligence, allowing Putin to just indiscriminately kill Ukrainians and not allow Ukraine to defend itself. Donald Trump's posting things like this Israel's look that Israel's lookout to be renamed the Trump Lookout because that's what everybody's focused on right now. Or how about this post why Trump steel tariffs must be permanent American greatness. And then he's like making like weird old posts from like mid February to have like propaganda polls as Donald Trump's polling right now is in the toilet bowl as it's sinking. Nation is the happiest ever right now. That Trump is the president. Nation is the happiest ever right now. Well, you know, I wonder if that's why every time you even turn on Fox, they're talking about recessions, but they're blaming the recession that's about to hit us on form or the Great Recession or depression on former President Biden. Here's Maria Bartiromo saying it's Biden's recession. Here, play this clip.

[Guest 1]

That's by the way, that's why I said earlier it would be Biden's recession. And I know the haters out there will slam me later. The other day I said something and they went nuts on me on Twitter.

[Host 2]

On X, I said, well, yeah, so utterly pathetic. Let me know what you think. Hit subscribe. Let's get to 5 million subscribers. That's what Trump's doing today. Can't get enough Midas. Check out the Midas plus substack for ad Free articles, reports, podcasts, daily recaps from Ron Filipkowski and more. Sign up for free [e-mail].

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