Trump Gets HUMILIATED on Capitol Hill with BAD NEWS
The MeidasTouch Podcast
Deep Dive
Why did Matt Gaetz withdraw his name for consideration as attorney general?
Gaetz faced credible allegations of child sex trafficking, which he and Trump tried to downplay as a 'distraction' for the administration.
How long did Matt Gaetz's cabinet nomination last?
Gaetz's nomination lasted eight days, making it the third shortest in history.
What allegations were made against Peter Hegseth, Trump's pick for Secretary of Defense?
Hegseth was accused of raping a woman in 2017, an incident he claimed was consensual while the woman alleged it was non-consensual.
Why is Alina Habba considered a potential pick for attorney general?
Habba's potential nomination reflects Trump's tendency to favor loyalists over qualified candidates, despite her questionable competence.
What recent legal trouble did Jair Bolsonaro, a close ally of Trump, face?
Bolsonaro was indicted over his knowledge of a coup plot to kill his successor and overturn the election results in Brazil.
How did Marjorie Taylor Greene threaten fellow Republicans?
Greene threatened to expose Republicans' connections to Jeffrey Epstein and other sexual misconduct if they did not support Matt Gaetz.
What was the GOP's response to the election of the first transgender member of Congress?
The GOP, led by Nancy Mace and MAGA Mike Johnson, attempted to ban Congresswoman-elect McBride from using the women's bathroom.
What economic impacts are attributed to Trump's policies?
Trump's tariffs are causing prices to rise, leading to reduced Christmas bonuses and increased mortgage rates, contrary to his promises of economic benefits.
- Matt Gaetz's short-lived nomination as Attorney General due to credible allegations of child sex trafficking.
- Peter Hegseth's involvement in a rape case and his lack of qualifications for Secretary of Defense.
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