2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin Trump Denounces "Seditious" Democratic Lawmakers for Video Telling Troops to Refuse "Illegal Orders"
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Nov 21, 2025 Amber Duke, a conservative media figure and commentator, joins to delve into pressing political topics. They tackle the fallout from a controversial video encouraging troops to refuse illegal orders, scrutinizing the implications of Trump's fierce reaction. The conversation shifts to Dick Cheney's legacy, highlighting personal memories and criticism of party shifts under Trump. Duke also shares insights on the tenuous prospects for a Russia-Ukraine peace plan, expressing skepticism about its viability and discussing the administration's economic messaging.
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Video Message Versus Presidential Escalation
- Mark Halperin argues the Democratic video told troops to refuse illegal orders, which is legally reasonable but politically inflaming.
- He calls the president's response—saying they should be killed—"bonkers" and a distracting escalation.
Personal Encounter With Dick Cheney
- Haima recounts meeting Dick Cheney once at the World War II Museum in New Orleans and receiving a stern handshake.
- She describes him as serious, stoic, and unexpectedly kind during their brief conversation.
Cable Coverage Reveals Political Shifts
- Mark notes major cable networks chose different coverage: CNN and MSNBC carried Cheney's memorial in full while Fox largely did not.
- He sees this as indicative of how media and partisan alignment have shifted since the Bush era.
