The Morning Meeting Ukraine at a Turning Point — and What to Expect from Today's Trump–Mamdani White House Meeting
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Nov 21, 2025 The discussion heats up around a potential U.S.-brokered peace deal for Ukraine that critics warn could endanger the nation's safety. Trump’s unexpected death penalty comment raises alarms about the implications of his rhetoric. As the team reflects on the political drama surrounding high-profile cases involving Comey and Schiff, they also analyze the DNC's controversial video urging military personnel to refuse unlawful orders. Plus, a thoughtful tribute to pollster Mark Mellman and a look ahead at the winners and losers of the week.
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White House Will Control Meeting Optics
- Trump will meet Mayor-elect Eric Adams (Mondami) in a closed Oval Office session with uncertain press access.
- Sean Spicer and Dan Turrentine note the White House may control optics and bring press in or keep meeting private as a tactical choice.
Unlawful Orders Versus Insubordination Debate
- A Democratic video advising service members to refuse unlawful orders became politicized into claims it urged insubordination.
- Sean Spicer calls it stoked with "dog whistles," while Mark Halperin defends the video's focus on unlawful orders.
Procedural Issues Could Sink Prosecution
- The Comey replacement indictment raised procedural questions about grand jury sign-off.
- Sean Spicer says messy prosecution paperwork could undermine the case and might lead a judge to toss it.
