

Trump's Dominant Town Hall, MSNBC's Softball "Dr." Jill Interview, and Don Lemon's Media Return, with the Ruthless Podcast | Ep. 700
Jan 11, 2024
Join Josh Holmes, Michael Duncan, John Ashbrook, and Comfortably Smug from the "Ruthless" podcast as they dissect Trump's dynamic town hall performance versus a dull CNN debate. They dig into the fallout from Chris Christie’s exit, Trump's strategic charm, and his controversial COVID claims. The group critiques media bias, especially Mika Brzezinski's soft questions for Dr. Jill Biden, and touches on Don Lemon’s media comeback. Expect sharp political insights blended with humor as they navigate the chaotic GOP primary landscape.
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Trump's Town Hall Performance
- Trump's Town Hall on Fox News competed with a CNN debate between DeSantis and Haley.
- Trump's performance was strong, sharp, funny, and magnanimous, charming his supporters.
Trump's Town Hall Strategy
- Trump's town hall format lets him avoid direct confrontation with other candidates.
- This allows him to control his message and appeal directly to voters in a friendly setting.
Chris Christie Drops Out
- Chris Christie suspended his presidential campaign.
- He aims to prevent Trump from becoming president again, prioritizing this over personal ambition.