Trump flips out on Fed chair as David Pakman deemed top recognized progressive commentator

The David Pakman Show - June 19, 2025

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Tensions between the White House and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell are escalating, with Powell publicly linking signs of economic slowdown to President Trump’s tariffs. Powell rejects political scapegoats and affirms the Fed’s independence amid Trump’s aggressive public attacks demanding unrealistic rate cuts.

Trump held a bizarre White House event celebrating a new flagpole, mixing awkward sexual innuendos with harsh threats against undocumented immigrants—an example of his crude theatrics combined with fear-mongering. His latest press conference was equally chaotic, filled with false claims about Kamala Harris, evasive comments on Iran, and political retaliation threats against California.

On a concerning note, Trump confused major American historical events, conflating the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, and showed persistent misunderstanding of military technology like stealth planes, raising questions about his grasp on key issues.

In media news, the 2025 Reuters Institute report revealed that David is among the most recognized left-leaning commentators, despite lacking big corporate backing. This demonstrates the growing power and importance of independent media—even as it draws hostile attention from Trump’s rapid response teams.

Lastly, Dr. Zachary Rubin appears on the show to discuss urgent public health concerns, including diminished vaccine access due to policy shifts under Health Secretary RFK Jr., and the troubling resurgence of diseases like measles. He critiqued the “Make America Healthy Again” campaign for focusing on minor issues like food dyes while neglecting critical social determinants of health such as environmental pollution, healthcare accessibility, and systemic stress.

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On today’s bonus show:

Karen Reed was acquitted of murder charges amid a flawed investigation and conflicting theories about John O’Keefe’s death, with police misconduct raising reasonable doubt. Meanwhile, tensions grow as President Trump reportedly clashes with Tulsi Gabbard over Iran policy, fueling speculation about her possible firing. The administration also plans to end specialized LGBTQ+ support on the national suicide hotline, raising concerns about reduced targeted help for vulnerable youth.

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