The Megyn Kelly Show

Trump Wins New Hampshire, But Haley Fights On, with Victor Davis Hanson, Comfortably Smug, and Michael Moynihan | Ep. 709

Jan 24, 2024

Comfortably Smug, co-host of the "Ruthless" podcast, and Michael Moynihan, co-host of "The Fifth Column," join Victor Davis Hanson, a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution. They analyze Trump’s surprising win in New Hampshire, debate Nikki Haley’s mixed signals, and dive into Trump’s contentious media relationships. Hanson shares insights on elite views of Trump, the authenticity that drives his appeal among working-class voters, and the growing disconnect between political elites and everyday Americans.

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Victor Davis Hanson

Michael Moynihan

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Quick takeaways

Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley overperformed in the Republican primary but ultimately lost.

Haley warns that a Trump nomination could result in a Kamala Harris presidency, which may appeal to independent voters.

Ron DeSantis, who was seen as a potential frontrunner, was disappointed by his underperformance in the primary.

The Republican Party faces challenges in terms of fundraising and unifying behind a candidate.

Deep dives

Nikki Haley's primary performance ends her chances

Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley overperformed in the Republican primary but ultimately lost. Despite her positive messaging, she faces significant challenges in the upcoming primaries and does not have a clear path to victory.

Intro

3min

Navigating the Republican Primary Landscape

20min

Trump vs. Haley: Political Battleground

11min

Navigating the Discontent of a Political Rematch

1min

Media, Misinformation, and Democracy

5min

Navigating Truth and Loyalty in Politics

16min

Nikki Haley's Role in the GOP Landscape

4min

Elites, Ideologies, and Immigration Dynamics

25min

The Authentic Connection: Trump's Appeal to the Working Class

3min

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The Value of Authenticity in Political Strategy

2min

11.

Biden's Campaign Strategy and Political Discontent

7min

Megyn Kelly is joined by Comfortably Smug, co-host of the Ruthless podcast, and Michael Moynihan, co-host of The Fifth Column podcast, to discuss former President Donald Trump’s victory in New Hampshire, whether Nikki Haley's 11-point loss could still be seen as a victory for her, Haley’s “cringe” and confusing speech that sounded like she won, the path ahead and fight moving to South Carolina, whether Trump is actually a moderate, Trump referring to Haley's speech after New Hampshire as "bullsh*t," Trump’s relationship with the “fake news media,” Trump's master marketing to co-opt the "democracy" framing, MSNBC freaking out about Trump's speech, Trump’s awkward comments about Tim Scott's engagement and "hate" for Nikki Haley, Scott's awkward response saying “I love you,” Ron DeSantis' more measured support of Trump after dropping out, and more. Then Victor Davis Hanson, author of "The End of Everything," joins to discuss new polling about American "elites" and how they see the world, why the elites hate and fear Donald Trump and oppose him so strongly, what Trump can do to continue building a wide coalition, the immigration crisis at our border, why Trump appeals to the working class, how his authenticity is the key to his success, CNN commentator Van Jones saying Biden isn’t a good “messenger" and should "stay hidden," Biden’s inability to debate and communicate, the mischaracterization of Trump supporters, and more.

Moynihan: https://wethefifth.substack.com/

Smug: https://ruthlesspodcast.com/

Hanson: https://www.amazon.com/End-Everything-Wars-Descend-Annihilation/dp/1541673522

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