Trump Zelenskyy Oval Office meltdown, DOD blocks our show

The David Pakman Show - March 3, 2025

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GLOBAL SHAME: Trump YELLS At Zelenskyy in Oval Office, Putin CHEERS

Donald Trump and J.D. Vance berated Zelensky in the Oval Office, questioning his gratitude for U.S. aid and accusing Ukraine of mismanaging the war. MAGA supporters praised the exchange, while critics saw it as deference to Putin and a sign of weakening U.S. support. In response, U.S. allies, including Canada, the UK, France, and Germany, reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of standing against Russian aggression.

CAN TRUMP READ? Asks British PM to read out loud

A new video has reignited speculation about Donald Trump’s reading ability after he asked UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to read a letter from King Charles aloud. This mirrors past incidents where Trump appeared to struggle with reading or avoided it altogether. Some suggest he simply refuses to wear reading glasses, but his repeated reluctance to read in public keeps the question open.

From over the weekend:

ONE MONTH in Trump's economy

One month into Donald Trump's second presidency, economic metrics show little change. Unemployment decreased slightly from 4.1% to 4%, while inflation rose from 2.9% to 3%. Consumer sentiment has dropped 10%, indicating growing pessimism, though the stock market remains flat. Overall, the economy appears similar to when Biden left office, with trends to be monitored in the coming months.

From over the weekend:

Rogan goes full conspiracy, he may be beyond help

Joe Rogan’s recent discussions reflect a shift toward conspiracy theories and criticism of progressive ideals. He claims psychological manipulation and government-funded programs are distorting public discourse and his views on authoritarianism and the left seem increasingly disconnected. This marks a noticeable departure from his previous stance, as a former Bernie Sanders supporter.

More on the show:

-- Brian Glenn, the boyfriend of Marjorie Taylor Greene, dresses up like a reporter and asks Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy why he isn't wearing a suit

-- The Atlanta Fed predicts a GDP decline in the first quarter of 2025, suggesting growing concern over a potential Trump economic collapse

-- Elon Musk appears on the Joe Rogan podcast and it does not go well

-- Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard gives an interview to Fox News that is indistinguishable from the interview a Kremlin spokesperson would give

-- David explains why Plato's concerns about democracy are suddenly very salient

-- Donald Trump's Department of Defense appears to have blocked The David Pakman Show

-- On the Bonus Show: High school graduate who can't read or write is suing, Microsoft announces Skype will close, alarms raised over Fyre Festival 2, much more...