What Elon Musk's War with Media Matters Means, and Biden's Bad Birthday, with Emily Jashinsky and Eliana Johnson | Ep. 673
Nov 20, 2023
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Emily Jashinsky, culture editor for The Federalist, and Eliana Johnson, editor of The Washington Free Beacon, dive into the recent clash between Elon Musk and Media Matters. They discuss Musk's threats of legal action, the challenges Biden faces as his approval ratings plummet, and speculate on the dynamics of the GOP primary race. Humorous political missteps, including Biden's pop culture gaffes, and media hypocrisy further fuel their lively debate. Tune in for sharp insights on culture, politics, and the current media landscape!
President Biden's approval rating has dropped to 40%, the lowest ever measured in the NBC poll, indicating a lack of unified support within his own party.
Former President Trump is polling better against President Biden than he did against Hillary Clinton in 2016, posing a potential challenge for Democrats and raising questions about the GOP's willingness to trade in Trump for another candidate.
President Biden's recent approval rating decline and struggles in office, coupled with his age and evident physical and mental decline, raise concerns about his ability to run for reelection and unite the Democratic Party.
The GOP primary race is becoming more competitive with shifts in support for different candidates, as Nikki Haley sees an increase in support while Ron DeSantis faces a decline, making Iowa a critical win for DeSantis and New Hampshire crucial for Haley's momentum.
Deep dives
Biden's Approval Rating Drops to 40%
A recent NBC poll shows that President Biden's approval rating has dropped to 40%, the lowest ever measured in their poll. Disapproval stands at 57%. This decline is noticeable among independent voters, with only 30% approving of Biden's job performance. Additionally, more than one in five Democrats also disapprove. These numbers indicate a lack of unified support within his own party, potentially posing challenges for a successful reelection campaign.
Polling shows Trump performing well against Biden
Various polls indicate that former President Donald Trump is performing well against President Biden in hypothetical matchups. Trump is polling better against Biden than he did against Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election. Moreover, other Republican candidates, like Nikki Haley, are also polling favorably against Biden. This presents a potential challenge for Democrats, as Trump remains a strong contender, and it raises questions about the GOP's willingness to trade in Trump for another candidate.
Challenges for Biden's reelection campaign
The recent approval rating decline for President Biden, coupled with his clear struggles in office, raises concerns about his ability to run for reelection. The polls show a decline in support from young voters, especially with Biden at 81 years old. Critics argue that Biden's age and evident physical and mental decline make it difficult for him to handle the responsibilities of the presidency effectively. Furthermore, Democrats face the dilemma of uniting their party behind a candidate who is losing popularity with key voter demographics.
Stakes for GOP primary race
The GOP primary race is becoming more competitive, with shifts in support for different candidates. Nikki Haley has seen an increase in support, while Ron DeSantis has faced a decline. Polling shows that DeSantis must win Iowa to remain a strong contender, but his current trend is not favorable. On the other hand, Haley needs to win New Hampshire and perform well in South Carolina to maintain her momentum. The path to victory for each candidate is critical, and the race may ultimately come down to Trump's performance and support from the Republican Party.
Candace Owens' views on Israel and Daily Wire
Candace Owens has been involved in a dispute with Ben Shapiro at the Daily Wire over her opinions on Israel. She has been critical of Israel, comparing it to apartheid and suggesting they are committing genocide. David Horowitz, a prominent Jewish American, criticized her for promoting anti-Israel voices and spreading genocidal lies. The Daily Wire co-founders, Ben Shapiro and Jeremy Boreing, clarified that they do not make hiring or firing decisions, but there will likely be a natural parting of ways between Owens and the Daily Wire when her contract ends.
The power of forbidden truths and youth discovery
Candace Owens' controversial opinions on Israel and other topics are a result of her discovering what she considers forbidden truths, which challenge her perception of America and its history. This discovery can lead some younger people to adopt extreme views based on limited knowledge and factual backing. Owens has faced criticism for her lack of understanding about Israel and for featuring anti-American and anti-Western voices on her show. However, allowing her ignorance to be aired out can be more powerful in promoting a better understanding in the long run.
The future of Candace Owens and the Daily Wire
While it is not clear who makes the hiring and firing decisions at the Daily Wire, there is speculation that Candace Owens' brand does not align well with the conservative platform. It is predicted that when her contract ends, there may be a parting of ways between them. The Daily Wire has a track record of not censoring opinions, but they may choose to distance themselves from Owens due to the controversial nature of her views on Israel and her potential impact on their brand.
Megyn Kelly is joined by Emily Jashinsky, culture editor for The Federalist, and Eliana Johnson, co-host of the Ink-Stained Wretches podcast, to discuss Media Matters turning their attention to X and Elon Musk, their history of hack advocacy for left-wing causes, advertisers pulling back from X as a result of the pressure campaign, Musk's own posts and whether they are anti-Semitic, the hypocritical mainstream media taking dictation from Media Matters, the offensive statements made by the head of Media Matters in the past, President Joe Biden turning 81 today and whether he can last through another term, new terrible polls showing disapproval of Biden’s presidency, why Donald Trump is suddenly the 2024 general election frontrunner now, whether Nikki Haley can win New Hampshire and if Gov. Ron DeSantis has a chance in Iowa, what might happen at the next GOP debate, Trump not getting booted from state ballots, President Joe Biden mixing up Taylor Swift, Beyonce, and Britney Spears in a failed joke attempt during the turkey pardoning today, Donna Brazile mispronouncing Vivek Ramaswamy’s name and saying he needs to “go home,” the cries of racism when Kamala Harris' name was mispronounced by some on the right, the latest chapter in the Candace Owens vs. Ben Shapiro saga, Megyn calling out a store clerk demanding an email address instead of just printing a receipt, and more.
