The Jesse Kelly Show Trump CAUGHT Siding With Democrats On MAJOR Issues & Kristi Noem Commits FIREABLE Offense
Nov 13, 2025
Dave Brat, Senior VP at Liberty University and policy expert, joins to analyze Trump's controversial statements on immigration and how they clash with America First sentiments. They delve into the influence of corporate donors on immigration policies and the risks of a bipartisan bill. Dr. Aaron Cariotti, a physician and author, discusses healthcare, pointing out the bureaucratic issues stemming from Obamacare and the potential of decentralized models. The duo also critiques media-driven polarization and the role of celebrity influence in political discourse.
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Trump's Immigration Remarks Clash With Base
- Jesse Kelly argues Trump’s shift on immigration betrays the America First base that elected him for economy and immigration reforms.
- Kelly suggests Trump’s comments reflect either testing voter reaction or pressure from business interests seeking cheap labor.
Two Theories For Trump's Positioning
- Kelly outlines two theories: Trump will back off after voter backlash or he’s prepping unpopular compromises for legislation.
- He warns a bad immigration bill could mix GOP and Democratic priorities and import more labor while claiming border wins.
Epstein Moment As A Pattern
- Kelly recalls Trump's sudden defense against Epstein coverage as an example of him trying to "get ahead" of issues.
- He uses that episode to suggest Trump sometimes shields information or allies preemptively.
