The Megyn Kelly Show

Trump vs. Vivek, and DeSantis vs. Haley for 2nd, on Iowa Caucus Day, with Dave Rubin and Rep. Byron Donalds | Ep. 702

Jan 15, 2024

In a lively discussion, political commentator Dave Rubin and Rep. Byron Donalds analyze the fierce competition in Iowa’s caucus. They dive into Vivek Ramaswamy's bold tactics to attract MAGA voters and Trump's fiery responses. DeSantis’s retail politicking is scrutinized as they ponder whether this is his last shot. The conversation takes an interesting turn with Haley's gender identity gaffe and Biden's plummeting poll numbers. They also predict how media will spin the results, creating a dynamic and insightful look at the political landscape.

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Rep. Byron Donalds

Dave Rubin

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Quick takeaways

Former President Trump is concerned about Vivek's rising popularity, indicating a potential threat to his own political standing.

Nikki Haley's evasiveness in interviews raises doubts about her authenticity and straightforwardness as a politician.

Allegations against Fulton County District Attorney Fannie Willis highlight the use of the race card as a defense mechanism in the face of misconduct accusations.

Governor Ron DeSantis, while lacking natural charisma, showcases competence and a solid conservative track record.

Deep dives

Trump's Turning on Vivek Raises Questions about Trump's Power

Former President Donald Trump's criticism of Vivek's campaign tactics suggests that Vivek may have gained enough support to be a threat to Trump. Trump's endorsement of Vivek initially helped him gain momentum, but now it seems that Vivek's rising popularity has caused concern for Trump. The dynamics between the two candidates reveal a power struggle and potential vulnerability for Trump in the eyes of his supporters.

Intro

3min

Navigating the Iowa Caucus: Trump, DeSantis, and Vivek

15min

Iowa Caucus Dynamics: Trump and Vivek's Rivalry

12min

DeSantis vs. Trump: Election Strategies Explored

12min

Navigating Political Strategies and Truth in Discourse

3min

Analyzing the Iowa Caucus Dynamics: Candidates and Poll Insights

3min

Caucus Dynamics and Weather Impact on Candidate Strategies

4min

Weather, Politics, and Gender Identity

10min

Politics, Termination, and Workplace Dynamics

21min

10.

Analyzing Trump Support and the Iowa Caucus Dynamics

6min

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Iowa Caucus Tactics and Biden's Struggles

11min

t's Iowa caucus day as the 2024 presidential season officially kicks off! Megyn Kelly is joined by Dave Rubin, host of The Rubin Report, to discuss Vivek Ramaswamy’s final message to Iowa voters including a shot at former President Trump, Trump firing back over the weekend, where Vivek falls in the MAGA movement, politicians playing a “game” to persuade voters, Gov. Ron DeSantis as a retail politician, whether Nikki Haley could surge in Iowa, whether this is Gov. Ron DeSantis’ last chance to run for president, the difference between DeSantis and Trump stylistically, Nikki Haley dodging the question of whether a man can become a woman when asked in a campaign event, how Trump and DeSantis answered the same issue, Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis prosecuting Trump claiming affair allegations are based on racism, one fired tech employee posting a video of her firing, and more. Then Rep. Byron Donalds of Florida joins to talk about the excitement on the ground in Iowa, Vivek trying to "ride the coattails" of the MAGA movement, President Biden seeing the worst poll numbers ever, a bizarre video of Biden stumbling recently, how the media will try to spin a Trump victory tonight, and more.

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Donalds- https://twitter.com/ByronDonalds

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