The Megyn Kelly Show BREAKING: Alleged January 6 Pipe Bomber Arrested, and Trump on "Garbage" Somalia, with Michael Knowles and Julie Kelly | Ep. 1206
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Dec 4, 2025 
Michael Knowles, conservative commentator and host, and Julie Kelly, investigative journalist and editor, join to discuss the recent arrest of the alleged January 6 pipe bomber, revealing connections to Antifa and societal implications. They delve into media narratives and critique the FBI's handling of the case. Knowles also explores Trump's controversial remarks on Somali immigration, arguing for stricter policies based on assimilation rates. The episode raises questions about sensationalism in media and the political consequences of these investigations.
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Evidence Focus Narrowed Early Leads
- The FBI's public description of the pipe bomber case emphasized distinctive physical evidence like shoes and backpack to narrow suspects.
- Megyn Kelly highlights that the case baffled investigators for years despite abundant video and forensic leads.
Leadership Changed Case Momentum
- Megyn Kelly and guests noted the new arrest came after months under new FBI leadership reviewing old files.
- They argued the case may have been solvable earlier but languished under prior leadership.
Pipe Bombs Sparked January 6 Panic
- Julie Kelly recounts how the pipe bombs redirected resources and sparked panic on January 6, 2021.
- She suggests that an Antifa link would have undermined the initial MAGA-focused narrative and explains why the case might have gone cold.
