Joe Walsh: Trump Is “Untethered to the Truth” — Media, War Lies, and the MAGA Crackup

Former Republican Congressman Joe Walsh joins the show to discuss Donald Trump’s latest claims about the economy, the ongoing war with Iran, and the growing debate over how the media handles misinformation. Walsh argues that Trump is “completely untethered to the truth,” accusing him of misleading Americans about economic conditions, the reasons for military action, and even attacks on civilians during the conflict.

The conversation also explores the media’s struggle to address political falsehoods directly. Walsh and Acosta discuss how television networks often frame debates around partisan arguments rather than simply stating when a claim is false, and whether that approach has allowed misinformation to become normalized in political coverage.

They also examine the reaction inside conservative media circles. Podcast host Joe Rogan has said he feels “betrayed” by Trump’s decision to pursue war despite campaign promises to avoid new conflicts. Walsh argues that some Trump supporters are beginning to question those decisions, even if the broader MAGA movement remains largely supportive.

Finally, the discussion turns to the broader media landscape — including concerns about political influence, misinformation in the podcast ecosystem, and whether America is moving toward a more controlled or compromised media environment.

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