The Megyn Kelly Show DeSantis Crushes, Trump's Effect, and a Red Ripple, with Charles C.W. Cooke, Jeremy Peters, Jason Riley, and More | Ep. 431
Nov 9, 2022
In this discussion, Charles C.W. Cooke, a political commentator at National Review, joins New York Times reporter Jeremy Peters and Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Riley to analyze the recent election outcomes. They dive into the GOP's unexpected gains, candidate quality's pivotal role, and the lasting influence of Trump versus the rising star of DeSantis. Arizona's election intricacies, including mail-in ballots and voting issues, are explored with Axios’ Jeremy Duda, while Greg Bluestein sheds light on Georgia's runoff dynamics. It's an insightful examination of a shifting political landscape.
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Election Results Overview
- Ron DeSantis significantly outperformed expectations in Florida, winning by a large margin.
- Republicans elsewhere had a disappointing night, raising questions about their overall strategy.
Red Ripple, Not Wave
- The perceived "red wave" turned out to be more of a ripple, with Republicans underperforming relative to expectations.
- The political environment, including high inflation and an unpopular president, suggested a stronger GOP performance.
Closely Divided Country
- The election results reflect a closely divided country with two deeply unpopular options.
- Republicans may have been victims of their own hype, overestimating the potential for a Democratic wipeout.
