The Rest Is Politics: US 139. Trump’s Deranged White House Speech
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Dec 19, 2025 The hosts dissect the fabrications in Trump's state-of-the-nation address and dive into his obsession with Biden. They explore the implications of Trump's rhetoric on culture wars and immigration. Insider reactions to a controversial Vanity Fair profile reveal staff dynamics and infighting. As Trump signals possible military escalation in Venezuela, they discuss economic victories and potential staff shake-ups. The hosts also humorously criticize impractical tourism proposals, all while sharing insights on the political landscape.
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Reality Versus Rhetoric On The Economy
- Donald Trump framed the Oval Office address as proof everything is fine despite clear economic data to the contrary.
- Katty Kay highlights that inflation has not stopped and prices remain higher year-on-year.
Exaggeration As A Communication Strategy
- Trump repeatedly uses exaggerated figures because he believes repetition makes them stick with voters.
- Anthony Scaramucci explains Trump prefers bigger-sounding numbers even when they defy simple math.
Rose Garden Number Inflation Story
- Anthony recounts a Rose Garden speech where Trump altered numbers to sound bigger despite staff objections.
- He recalls telling Trump the inflated figure would draw criticism but Trump responded, 'I don't care.'