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- 1 weeks ago9 min
Trump's Approval Rating Sinks to 31% as Midterms Loom and Voters Have Their Say.
Facing steep political headwinds, with national polls showing Democratic congressional candidates maintaining an 11-point generic ballot lead and Donald Trump’s approval rating plummeting to a record low of 31%, who are the 31% of voters that think he is doing a good job? Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. This commentary represents personal opinions and analysis of matters of public concern, informed by publicly available information and published reporting. Any references to individuals constitute opinion and commentary protected under the First Amendment and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago11 min
Trump Called Elon Musk to Unblock Starlink in Ukraine - And Europe is Terrified
The global fallout continues after a bombshell report revealed that President Donald Trump secretly called SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to demand the lifting of severe speed and operational restrictions on Ukraine’s military-grade Starlink (Starshield) system. With Ukrainian forces relying heavily on the network to track incoming Russian ballistic missiles and guide defense operations, the sudden throttling—and subsequent phone call to restore speeds—has sparked immense diplomatic turmoil. Critics point to Elon Musk's far-right political leanings and his public denials on social media blaming the White House, while European allies openly question whose side America is truly on. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. This commentary represents personal opinions and analysis of matters of public concern, informed by publicly available information and published reporting. Any references to individuals constitute opinion and commentary protected under the First Amendment and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago12 min
Planted GOP Heckler Backfires: Abdul El-Sayed Exposes Dark-Money Operative in Viral Town Hall Moment
When Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed took the stage at a town hall in Caro, Michigan, an audience member calling himself "Tommy" attempted a staged political ambush, demanding El-Sayed "disavow the Muslim Brotherhood." Instead of taking the bait, Dr. El-Sayed turned the tables—delivering a masterclass in shutting down anti-Muslim smears and using the U.S. Constitution to dismantle the heckler’s assumptions. Reporting later revealed "Tommy" was Thomas Teepell, a far-right activist and former operations director for GOP Senator Josh Hawley. He is the son of Timmy Teepell, whose firm was paid $250,000 by a dark-money GOP group funded to orchestrate opposition against El-Sayed Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. This commentary represents personal opinions and analysis of matters of public concern, informed by publicly available information and published reporting. Any references to individuals constitute opinion and commentary protected under the First Amendment and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago10 min
EXPOSED: How Trump’s Russian Sanctions Waiver Betrays Ukraine
For years, defenders of Donald Trump dismissed allegations of his covert ties to Moscow as pure political theater. Yet policy decisions ultimately strip away campaign rhetoric to reveal cold, operational facts. With a single signature on an executive order, President Trump dismantled a decade of Western economic leverage over Moscow, waiving sweeping bipartisan sanctions explicitly crafted to cripple the Russian war machine. By gutting the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, bankrolling Moscow through direct fuel deals, and actively hamstringing Ukraine’s defense, Trump has dropped the pretense. He is not merely acting as a rogue isolationist; he is operating as Vladimir Putin’s most effective strategic asset. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. This commentary represents personal opinions and analysis of matters of public concern, informed by publicly available information and published reporting. Any references to individuals constitute opinion and commentary protected under the First Amendment and is not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago11 min
Planned Distraction: How Trump Could Disrupt the Midterms
Could executive overreach disrupt the upcoming U.S. midterm elections? From the threat of the Insurrection Act and ICE presence near polling sites to procedural standoffs in the House of Representatives, examine the structural vulnerabilities facing state election administrators. Discover how local clerks are preparing for potential interference and how billions in private capital are reshaping the legal fight for Congress. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago10 min
Starshield Warfare: How Trump and Musk Left Ukraine Defenseless.
A sudden unilateral "energy ceasefire" announced on social media, technical sabotage on the frontline, and a shifting geopolitical alliance have left Washington outmaneuvered by Moscow and an ally fighting in the dark. When Donald Trump declared an immediate truce between Russia and Ukraine, he promised a masterclass in swift diplomacy. Instead, without direct coordination with either Volodymyr Zelenskyy or Vladimir Putin, the uncommunicated deal collapsed in hours as Russia launched a massive, record-breaking wave of over 850 Shahed combat drones and ballistic missiles against Ukrainian civilian infrastructure. Rather than holding Moscow accountable, the White House turned its pressure on Kyiv—demanding leadership changes while the U.S. military severely restricted Ukraine’s access to SpaceX’s military-grade Starshield satellite network. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago8 min
Inside Trump’s 2026 Strategy: Why Election Night Won't Stop the Coup
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, traditional political commentators are treating the moment like business as usual. But behind the scenes, historical norms no longer apply. In this video, we break down how Donald Trump’s rolling, inside-out coup against American democracy has evolved from the events of January 6 into a permanent shift toward autocratic rule. From governing almost exclusively through executive decree to expanding domestic deportation forces and pivoting toward Moscow, the formal structures of democracy are rapidly giving way. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago9 min
Trump’s Fake Energy Ceasefire: Is His Russian Diesel Deal a Betrayal of Ukraine?
Donald Trump’s supposed “energy ceasefire” with Russia raises serious questions about his commitment to Ukraine and America’s allies. While presenting himself as a peacemaker, Trump is pursuing a diesel deal that risks benefiting Vladimir Putin and helping sustain Russia’s war effort. In this analysis, we examine why the deal has been condemned as an act of treachery, how Trump’s approach undermines Ukraine and NATO, and why his repeated accommodation of Putin is destroying confidence in American leadership. With Russia continuing its wider campaign against the West, the implications extend far beyond Ukraine. If Washington can no longer be trusted to defend its allies, Europe must urgently strengthen its own military capabilities and provide Ukraine with the support it needs to resist Russian aggression. Is Trump undermining the Western alliance from within? And can Europe defend Ukraine without reliable American leadership? #DonaldTrump #Ukraine #Putin #Russia #NATO #TrumpNews #UkraineWar #EuropeanSecurity Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is a MeidasTouch Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews Support Anthony on Substack https://theanthonydavis.substack.com You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The MeidasTouch Network, Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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