The Rest Is Politics: US 121. Inside Trump’s Explosive Shouting Match with Zelenskyy
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Oct 20, 2025 The podcast dives into a heated Oval Office meeting between Trump and Zelensky, revealing explosive moments and the implications for Ukraine. They explore the Insurrection Act and predict potential political fallout for Trump and his party. The hosts examine the nationwide No Kings protests and the polarization in today’s political messaging. Was Trump’s approach a calculated move to aid Putin? They discuss whether Russia has leverage over him and what that means for Western support and NATO.
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Mass Protests Signal Broad Anti-Authoritarian Mood
- Around seven million Americans protested under a 'No Kings' banner, signaling broad discontent with perceived executive overreach.
- Anthony Scaramucci and Katty Kay say this is a serious populist backlash, not a fringe or Soros-funded movement.
Scaramucci's Experience At A No Kings Protest
- Anthony Scaramucci recounted attending a large Boston 'No Kings' protest and being mischaracterized as a communist by Laura Loomer.
- He said the rallies looked peaceful, full of older citizens and families rather than extremists.
Right-Wing Cohesion Beats Left Fragmentation
- Scaramucci warns that right-wing movements cohere faster than the left, which splinters into many factions.
- Katty Kay adds GOP unity often stems from fear of Trump rather than genuine consensus.