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- 2 days ago12 min
America Makes History: Black, Latino, Muslim, Native American & LGBTQ+ Democrats Smash Midterms.
America's 2026 midterm elections have delivered a series of historic victories, transforming the face of American politics and dramatically expanding minority representation in the country's highest elected offices. From Deb Haaland becoming America's first Native American woman governor to Keisha Lance Bottoms making history as Georgia's first Black female governor, the election has produced extraordinary breakthroughs. Abdul El-Sayed becomes the first Muslim US senator, Peggy Flanagan the first Native American woman in the Senate, and Chris Pappas the first openly gay man elected to the chamber. Meanwhile, Latino, Black and other minority candidates have secured landmark victories across the country. These results represent more than individual political triumphs. They highlight a changing America, where communities historically underrepresented in government are claiming a greater voice in shaping the nation's future. Against the backdrop of Donald Trump's divisive rhetoric on race, immigration, religion and identity, the results have prompted a wider debate about diversity, inclusion and the future of American democracy. 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 days ago9 min
LEAKED: Trump’s Secret Plan to Rule Without Congress.
An extraordinary White House insider leak, reported by Reuters, has exposed a secret blueprint designed to bypass Capitol Hill entirely following the 2026 midterm elections. If Democrats reclaim majorities in the House or Senate, President Donald Trump has no intention of submitting to traditional legislative checks and balances. Instead, key loyalists—including Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, OMB Director Russell Vought, and White House Counsel Will Scharf—have spent months constructing an administrative fortress. From invoking national emergency declarations to overhaul immigration and trade, to seizing control over federal spending through impoundment, this strategy pushes the Unitary Executive Theory to its absolute limit. 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
- 3 days ago9 min
Donald Trump Isn't on the Ballot - But His Criminal Legacy Is.
As tens of millions of Americans prepare to cast their ballots in the midterm elections, the central figure in this election is not on any local ballot paper—yet his shadow looms over every precinct in the nation. In this video, we break down why this election has become an explicit referendum on Donald Trump and what a vote in this midterms truly represents. From the abuse of executive authority and self-enrichment to illegal military strikes and extrajudicial actions abroad, we examine the unprecedented push of presidential power and the moral weight facing voters at the ballot box. 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
- 5 days ago9 min
Do You Trust JD Vance to Certify the Midterm Elections if Democrats Win?
What happens if an administration turns the power of the federal government inward to override an election? In this video, we explore a hypothetical yet structurally plausible scenario: a sitting administration leveraging federal agencies, state political allies, and congressional leadership to systematically challenge and invalidate an opposition victory in the midterm elections. From DOJ law enforcement probes to Vice Presidential maneuvers on the Senate floor and executive seizures of congressional funding, we examine the institutional mechanics of an auto-coup, and why our constitutional safeguards are far more fragile than they appear. 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
- 6 days ago9 min
Why Trump’s Post-Election Iran War Strategy Is Sparking Alarm in Washington
As the midterm elections wrap up, critical military signals point to a potential post-election escalation in the war with Iran. In this video, we break down high-level intelligence reports, Pentagon leadership shake-ups, and the economic fallout surrounding the administration's strategic plans in the Middle East. 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
- 1 weeks ago8 min
Trump's 2026 Midterm Strategy: Pre-Emptively Casting Doubt on the Vote?
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, Donald Trump has reignited a strategy of pre-emptively casting doubt on the legitimacy of upcoming votes in key states. Through public statements, executive actions, legal filings by the Department of Justice, and campaign trail rhetoric, the administration has laid the groundwork to challenge potential election outcomes. In recent comments to reporters, President Trump stated he would only accept the 2026 midterm results if he deems them "honest," repeating claims regarding potential fraud while conditioning his acceptance on his own assessment of fairness. In this video, we break down the latest statements from the White House, ongoing legal actions involving federal challenges in states like California, Washington, and Alaska, and how political analysts and legal experts view the broader strategy leading up to Election Day. 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
- 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
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