Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast Jeet Heer & Mallory McMorrow
Mar 27, 2025
Jeet Heer, a contributing writer for The Nation known for his sharp political analysis, discusses the repercussions of Signalgate and highlights the Republican struggle to move past it. Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow shares insights from her empowering book 'Hate Won't Win,' emphasizing the crucial role of civic engagement. They delve into the importance of grassroots activism, the impact of personal stories in countering division, and the need for a positive narrative to connect with younger voters disillusioned by current politics.
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Signalgate Scandal
- Trump's Signal group chat, including 18 people, was exposed, revealing war planning discussions.
- The chat was set to delete messages, violating presidential record rules.
Trump's Secrecy
- Trump's aversion to record-keeping and preference for secrecy led to the use of Signal.
- This was to evade scrutiny from historians, Congress, and the public.
Breach of Protocol
- The Signal chat's exposure highlights a disregard for standard protocols in war planning.
- Congress was not consulted, nor were European or Middle Eastern allies.
