🎙️ EP298 | DSD | Is Trump Still Trump? The Deep State, Puppetry & Cracks in the MAGA Wall
What if the version of Trump we’re seeing today isn’t the one who stormed the scene in 2016? In this no-holds-barred episode, we dive headfirst into a heated and nuanced conversation about whether Trump is still the man his base believed in—or if he’s now a puppet of the very forces he once opposed. With guest insights from Luke David and a throwback to Jeremy Slayton’s explosive interview, this is a critical listen for anyone questioning the shifting political landscape.
Host DSD lays it all out: Trump’s apparent silence following the Butler, PA assassination attempt, his deepening ties with establishment figures like Lindsey Graham, and the eerie lack of pushback against globalist interests. We also hear from key voices—TikTok influencers, Christian content creators, and lifelong Trump supporters—who are beginning to question their once unshakeable allegiance.
From dissecting the power of the "techno-oligarch deep state" to analyzing strange post-election behavior, this episode asks the tough questions most are afraid to voice. It’s a provocative breakdown of political realignment, shadow influence, and whether Trump has become the very thing he once fought against.
🔥 Top 5 Key Points:
Trump’s endorsement of Lindsey Graham and attack on Thomas Massie spark MAGA backlash.
The Butler assassination attempt may have marked a pivotal shift in Trump’s behavior and independence.
Deep dive into “deep state” and “global handler” theories, including concerns about AI, war with Iran, and tech oligarchy.
Commentary from influencers like Luke David and Kelsey shows growing disillusionment in Trump’s base.
Unpacking the implications of pro-Israel policies and foreign aid amid growing conservative skepticism.
🔑 Keywords & Themes:Trump, deep state, assassination attempt, Butler PA, Lindsey Graham, Thomas Massie, MAGA, Luke David, Jeremy Slayton, foreign aid, Israel, AI in politics, techno-oligarchy, war with Iran, 2024 election, puppet president, global handlers, conservative influencers, TikTok politics, right-wing disillusionment, RFK Jr, Elon Musk, mass censorship, free speech, Epstein files, Josh Shapiro, political shifts, Bernie blackout.
⏳ Chapters & Timestamps:00:00 – 🎧 Cold Open & Listener Voicemail Hype02:45 – 🇺🇸 Trump in 2016 vs. 2024: A Changed Man?08:12 – 🤖 Techno-Oligarchs & the Rise of AI Influence13:55 – 🎯 Butler, PA Shooting: Real or Setup?21:40 – 🔍 Trump’s Silence & Deep State Intimidation29:15 – 💣 Jeremy Slayton’s Take on the Shot & Power Dynamics36:05 – 💵 The Israel Factor: Foreign Aid & Control44:22 – 🔄 The Puppetry Theory: Global Handlers vs. Trump
50:11 – 💬 Voices from the Base: Luke David & Kelsey Speak Out
58:03 – 📉 Is MAGA Cracking from Within?
01:05:10 – 🎠Controlled Opposition or Political Survival?
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