The Megyn Kelly Show Maddow's Smug Ignorance, Somali Fraud Story Grows, and Kimmel's Wife's Crying Trump Lies, with Walter Kirn | Ep. 1208
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Dec 8, 2025 
Walter Kirn, Editor-at-Large of County Highway and co-host of America This Week, joins to discuss the New York Times' late criticism of Biden's immigration policies and the motives behind it. They dive into the growing Somali fraud scandal in Minnesota and the potential widespread implications. Kirn also critiques media bias, highlighting Rachel Maddow's focus on Trump and the questionable narratives that surround immigrant communities. Their lively debate touches on free speech in Hollywood, examining Jimmy Kimmel's wife’s controversial remarks.
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Late Media Reckoning With Immigration
- The New York Times finally covered Biden-era immigration failures but framed it belatedly to minimize culpability.
- Walter Kirn argues the paper delayed honest reporting to protect Democratic narratives and still dodged acknowledging its role.
Coverage Aimed At Future Narrative, Not Truth
- Walter Kirn says the Times reported immigration problems only after political utility shifted.
- He contends the paper programs narratives for future reference rather than practicing real accountability.
Local Reporting Exposed Minnesota Fraud
- Walter Kirn recounts breaking the Minnesota Somali fraud story on County Highway before wider attention.
- He says local reporters knew about the corruption long before national outlets noticed.