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MeidasTouch

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Clad has been grading MeidasTouch segments since Aug 2026 — 27 reports so far, published several times a week. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Trump, Iran, Courts & Law. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how MeidasTouch's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Second Circuit Rules Trump-Appointed Acting US Attorney Unlawfully Subpoenaed Letitia James

Aug 22, 2026

The MeidasTouch segment reports on a recent 2-1 Second Circuit decision holding that John Sarcone was not lawfully serving as Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of New York when he issued grand jury subpoenas to NY Attorney General Letitia James's office. The subpoenas related to investigations into James's civil cases against Trump, his business, and the NRA. Hosts Ben Meiselas and former US Attorney Harry Litman discuss the ruling as part of a pattern of Trump administration efforts to bypass Senate confirmation via interim and acting appointments under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act and related statutes. The discussion contrasts this with standard Senate confirmation processes involving 'blue slips' and negotiations, highlights Sarcone's lack of prosecutorial experience, and frames the administration's maneuvers as uniquely problematic. Litman explains the constitutional role of Congress in inferior officer appointments and consequences of invalid authority (voidable actions). The segment promotes Litman's Talking Feds content and a book.

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BBC Seeks Subpoenas for Ivanka, Don Jr. and Kushner in Trump’s $10B Jan. 6 Lawsuit

Aug 19, 2026

The MeidasTouch segment reports that the BBC has filed a motion in Florida federal court seeking subpoenas for Ivanka Trump, Donald Trump Jr., and Jared Kushner in President Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit over a 2024 Panorama documentary. The documentary spliced two portions of Trump’s Jan. 6, 2021 speech—delivered roughly 55 minutes apart—creating a misleading impression that he directly called for violence; the BBC apologized, retracted the program, and saw senior officials resign but denies it meets the legal threshold for defamation or $10B in damages. Hosts and guests discuss how the family members’ presence during speech drafting, revisions, and aftermath conversations makes their testimony relevant to Trump’s state of mind and claimed harm. The broadcast includes clips of Trump defending Jan. 6 participants and repeating 2020 election claims, arguing the lawsuit has backfired by refocusing attention on that day. Trump’s lawyers characterize the subpoenas as harassment and abuse of process; the BBC has sought alternative service via email or mail after physical attempts were blocked. Trial is tentatively set for February 2027 if the case proceeds. Sourcing draws from recent court filings, CBS News reporting on service attempts, and congressional records referenced in BBC motions.

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Laubacher attacks Trump Iran war costs and military promotion blocks in CO-4 race

Aug 19, 2026

The MeidasTouch podcast interviews retired Rear Adm. Eileen Laubacher, Democratic candidate for Colorado's 4th district challenging Rep. Lauren Boebert. Segments cover Laubacher's military-to-politics transition, critique of the Iran war's costs and lack of end state, economic ripple effects on rural Colorado farms and hospitals, and alleged politicization of DoD promotions.

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Federal judge orders in camera review of grand jury materials in Don Lemon Minnesota ICE protest case

Aug 18, 2026

The segment covers a federal judge's order directing in camera review of grand jury materials in the criminal case against Don Lemon and roughly two dozen other defendants. The charges stem from a January 2026 anti-ICE protest at a St. Paul, Minnesota church where demonstrators allegedly disrupted services; Lemon and other journalists were present reporting or filming. The hosts and guest Harry Litman discuss defense motions alleging grand jury misconduct, First Amendment violations, and vindictive prosecution. They contrast this with the magistrate judge's earlier decision against review and reference similar cases nationwide where indictments were dismissed.

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Trump administration seeks Supreme Court stay for White House East Wing ballroom construction

Aug 17, 2026

The segment covers a recent emergency application filed by the Trump administration with the U.S. Supreme Court seeking to lift a D.C. Circuit injunction halting above-ground construction on a 90,000-square-foot ballroom at the White House East Wing. It details quotes from the filing referencing national security needs, an 'integrated military complex,' and a list of recent threats to the president. The broadcast mocks the project as a 'Golden Ballroom' shield and features commentary from host Ben and guest Harry Litman criticizing the legal arguments, presidential status, and motives. The second half discusses the filing's language about the president not being a mere tenant and construction progress claims.

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Ossoff rips Trump over Natalie Harp travel, Iran war lies, and tariff stock trades at Atlanta rally

Aug 16, 2026

MeidasTouch covers Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff's Atlanta campaign rally against Republican Mike Collins. Ossoff attacks Trump personally over aide Natalie Harp, accuses him of insider trading around 2025 tariffs, and criticizes handling of the ongoing Iran conflict and rising costs. Ossoff's speech is the central source; clips reference sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln, specific casualty and timeline claims from the war, Trump's financial disclosures, and Collins' reported ties to a white nationalist son-in-law. The segment positions Ossoff as a strong presidential prospect heading into the November midterms.

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BBC seeks court help serving subpoenas on Ivanka, Jared, Don Jr. in Trump $10B defamation case

Aug 16, 2026

The segment covers Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC over a 2024 Panorama documentary on the January 6 Capitol attack. It details BBC's discovery efforts, Trump's attempts to amend the complaint to focus on reputational rather than business harm, and BBC's recent motion to subpoena Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and Donald Trump Jr. for depositions and documents. The broadcast relies on the host's narration of court developments, a quoted Secret Service email, and analysis from guest Harry Litman. It highlights procedural fights over service of process, discovery, and the judge's allowance of a late amendment while portraying the family as evading subpoenas via Secret Service protection.

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NORTHCOM general details North Korea ICBM tests reaching all of North America

Aug 16, 2026

The segment features testimony from a NORTHCOM commander on adversary missile and submarine threats to North America. It covers Chinese Shang-class submarines, hypersonic and FOBS systems from China and Russia, and North Korean ICBM developments including a new design unveiled in October 2024.

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MeidasTouch airs comedic sketch featuring Hunter Biden on alien spaceship

Aug 16, 2026

The broadcast is a satirical interview segment on MeidasTouch in which Hunter Biden appears as a guest on a fictional alien spaceship. Hosts and Biden discuss Trump administration actions, family business dealings, vaccines, pardons, and political polls in an absurdist, humorous style.

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USS Abraham Lincoln deployment exceeds 260 days amid Iran operations, with family reports of crew distress

Aug 16, 2026

The segment covers extended deployment conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during ongoing operations tied to Iran, including reports of mental health crises, supply shortages, and crew attempts to go overboard. It references prior MS NOW reporting, Military Times details, family town halls in San Diego, and criticism of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership and policies. The broadcast draws on family accounts, Military Times interviews, and commentary from hosts and guests like Bobby Jones. It contrasts current leadership priorities with traditional readiness concerns and highlights the ship's record-setting time at sea since departing San Diego on November 21, 2025.

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Kennedy Center Ordered to Pay $252,000 in Legal Fees to Jazz Musician Chuck Redd

Aug 16, 2026

The broadcast covers the Kennedy Center's lawsuit against jazz musician Chuck Redd, who canceled a free annual Christmas Eve concert in protest of the addition of President Trump's name to the venue. It details Redd's successful anti-SLAPP motion to dismiss in June 2026 and the recent award of over $250,000 in attorney's fees. The segment includes commentary from host Ben and guest Harry Litman, who criticize the center's actions under Trump influence as petty and retaliatory. It references broader artist cancellations and frames the events as part of an authoritarian takeover of the cultural institution.

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Trump sets August 19 deadline for 50% tariffs on select Canadian goods under Section 338

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers escalating US-Canada trade tensions ahead of an August 19, 2026 tariff deadline. It features clips of former Canadian MP Charlie Angus criticizing Trump’s 50% tariffs on goods like hockey sticks and alcohol, his push for a petition to expel US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra, and Canada’s resistance including potential deals with China.

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Fox News Baier questions Trump energy secretary on Hormuz traffic and prices amid Iran conflict

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers a Fox News Bret Baier interview with Energy Secretary Chris Wright pushing back on President Trump's claims of total control over the Strait of Hormuz and falling energy prices. It highlights reduced vessel traffic post-Iran conflict, rising CPI energy costs, and Wright's prior predictions versus current data. The second part addresses broader polling showing low public support for the war and shifting trust on the economy toward Democrats. Sourcing relies on on-screen data from Reuters, EIA, IEA, BLS, and direct interview clips; guests include Wright and panel commentary.

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MeidasTouch Links Trump Ohio Trip to Global Crises Amid Iran Threats

Aug 11, 2026

The broadcast opens with footage of Donald Trump struggling with an umbrella while disembarking in Ohio for a closed-press event tied to the Patriot Games at Spire Academy. It heavily focuses on the recent Washington Post and New York Times reports that Trump was secretly transported in an airport catering container from a decoy Air Force One during the July NATO summit in Turkey due to an Iranian threat. The host then catalogs multiple global flashpoints: strikes and fires in Erbil, Iraq; Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers in the Bab el-Mandeb; a North Korean ballistic missile launch near Japan; explosions near Damascus; Netanyahu comments on the Golan Heights; Ukrainian drone operations and expected Russian missile barrages; and US use of Patriot missiles. Iranian officials' taunts and threats are quoted at length. The segment ends with criticism of an Energy Secretary statement on oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz and footage of an ICE encounter.

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MeidasTouch revives Vivek Ramaswamy's past praise for Ohio AI data centers

Aug 8, 2026

The MeidasTouch video presents a compiled clip of Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee for Ohio governor, repeatedly describing the state's AI data center expansion as "great," "a good thing," and stating he is "strongly in favor" of it. The segment highlights the apparent contrast with current political backlash over electricity costs, water use, and community impacts, framing the footage as damaging to his campaign. It ties this to accusations that Ramaswamy holds personal investments across the data center supply chain. Sourcing relies on the raw video clips (multiple dated instances from early 2026), activist social media accounts like Dr. Amy Acton’s campaign, and reporting from outlets such as TiffinOhio.net and Signal Ohio. No opposing experts or full policy context from Ramaswamy’s recent announcement are included; the throughline is one of flip-flopping or self-interest ahead of the November 2026 election.

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