VINCE

The Shutdown Is Even Worse Than You Thought | Episode 146

Oct 14, 2025
Mary Margaret Olohan, a White House correspondent for The Daily Wire, shares her insights on the latest political developments. She discusses the positive media reception of a recent hostage release and contrasts this with the public's focus on crime and immigration issues. They delve into the implications of Trump's Middle Eastern peace deal, the radicalization observed at protests, and the administration's strong stance on immigration enforcement. Olohan also touches on the health concerns regarding trans youth, linking it to broader societal issues.
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INSIGHT

Trip Achieved Core Objectives

  • Vince frames the president's Middle East trip as achieving the primary goals: hostage release and stopping the war.
  • He warns media will shift blame to Trump for any future setbacks despite those concrete successes.
ANECDOTE

Rapid Diplomatic Tour And Medal Return

  • Vince describes the president signing the peace deal in Egypt and rushing back to the U.S. for Charlie Kirk's Medal of Freedom ceremony.
  • He emphasizes Trump's nonstop schedule across Israel, Egypt, and the White House as evidence of relentless energy.
INSIGHT

Administration Mitigates Shutdown Harm

  • Vince says the White House found funds to pay troops and continue food stamps during the shutdown.
  • He credits the administration's creative use of funds to mitigate shutdown harm.
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