Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast Jim Acosta & Annie Karni
Dec 10, 2025
Jim Acosta, a sharp journalist and host of The Jim Acosta Show, delves into the growing rift between Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene, discussing her surprising opposition. Annie Karni, White House correspondent for The New York Times, paints a vivid picture of chaos in Mike Johnson's Congress as Republican women push back against leadership. Their conversation reveals dynamics of proxy voting and the strategic maneuvers of GOP women like Elise Stefanik and Nancy Mace, highlighting the contentious shifts within the party.
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Signs Of Trump’s Waning Public Energy
- Jim Acosta and Molly Jong-Fast observe Trump appears cognitively diminished and increasingly reliant on naps and staged events.
- They argue this decline affects his public presence and ability to sustain traditional rallies and press conferences.
Hill Staffers’ Low Confidence In Leadership
- Molly Jong-Fast shares Hill staffer survey results naming John Thune the most effective leader per aides.
- The survey shows low confidence in Chuck Schumer and weak perception of Mike Johnson's competence.
Media Consolidation Threatens Press Independence
- Jim Acosta warns media consolidation and potential Trump-linked buyers threaten press independence.
- He says corporate media's willingness to appease Trump amplifies risk of concentrated influence over news outlets.
