The Megyn Kelly Show Absurd Signalgate Spin, NPR Exec Grilled, and Biggest Media Hacks in America, with Ruthless Podcast Hosts | Ep. 1036
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Mar 27, 2025 Join Josh Holmes, a political strategist and co-host of the 'Ruthless' podcast, along with his sharp-witted co-hosts Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook. They dive into the fallout from Signalgate and how the media's focus is misaligned with what truly matters to Americans. They critique NPR's bias after its CEO's grilling in Congress and explore media accountability through hilarious commentary. Plus, get the scoop on their 'Hack Madness' tournament, featuring CBS host Margaret Brennan among other media personalities!
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SignalGate vs. Afghanistan
- The Biden administration's Afghanistan withdrawal mistake cost 13 Marines their lives.
- The Trump administration simply added a reporter to a Signal text chain, but successfully targeted the Houthis.
Changing the Narrative
- Shift the conversation away from scandals by focusing on positive achievements.
- Highlight successes like arresting MS-13 gang leaders to counter negative narratives.
Goldberg's Flip-Flop
- Jeffrey Goldberg initially refused to release classified information from SignalGate, citing national security concerns.
- He reversed his stance 24 hours later, publishing almost everything.