Trump makes Memorial Day about him, Hegseth restricting media

The David Pakman Show - May 27, 2025

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Trump's UNHINGED Memorial Day meltdown goes OFF THE RAILS

Over Memorial Day weekend, Donald Trump drew criticism for calling his political opponents “scum” in a Truth Social post. At a ceremony in Arlington, his speech shifted from honoring fallen soldiers to boasting about the Olympics and his political comeback. He also praised Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a tone-deaf manner, saying “he went through a lot.” Despite brief scripted tributes, Trump’s focus remained on himself.

Right wing NY Post WARNS Trump: Tariffs will make EVERYONE turn on you

The New York Post, a conservative outlet, issued a rare warning to Trump over his chaotic tariff policies, saying even his allies are burned out. The editorial criticizes his pattern of making extreme threats, walking them back, and calling it a win. This unpredictability hurts businesses and shakes confidence, even among supporters. The Post fears the public may start linking their struggles directly to Trump’s choices.

From over the weekend:

MAGA doesn’t want freedom, they want a DADDY

Many in the MAGA base don’t truly care about freedom but want a strong leader like Trump to control them and direct their blame. They prioritize certainty and preserving traditional power over democracy or rights. Trump’s authoritarian actions—ignoring laws and demanding loyalty—are embraced by his supporters. This isn’t about liberty; it’s about obedience and domination.

From over the weekend:

WOW: Pence TRASHES Trump in viral attack

Former Vice President Mike Pence is criticizing Trump publicly for some of his policies, like tariffs and accepting foreign gifts, highlighting obvious truths that many Republicans avoid stating. However, Pence is far from a hero, having enabled Trump throughout his term and stayed silent on major abuses. His recent remarks reveal a kind of belated, minimal honesty rather than genuine courage or principle.

More on the show:

-- Brittany Page, host of the Page Perspective, fills in for David. Subscribe to her channel at http://www.youtube.com/@brittanyepage

-- Pete Hegseth tightens media access at the Pentagon citing protection of intelligence and security secrets

-- New Yorker reveals Don Jr’s new exclusive $500K pay-to-play club granting direct access to Cabinet members

-- Patty Murray tells FDA Commissioner she won’t let the Trump administration secretly ban the abortion pill amid ongoing chaos

-- Texas approves Ten Commandments in public schools; Dem Rep calls out GOP hypocrisy for voting on the Sabbath

-- Trump renews attacks on Harvard over alleged antisemitism despite his administration’s ties to extremists

-- Trump’s alma mater criticizes the weak House Reconciliation bill

-- Trump pardons a sheriff convicted in a bribery scheme by jury verdict

-- On the Bonus Show: Trump's press conference, FBI investigating cocaine found in White House under Biden, and much more...

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