2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin Trump Slams "Crooked" Tim Walz, Ilhan Omar and Minnesota Somalis: Omar Fires Back at Trump on CNN
Dec 4, 2025
Katy Balls, Washington editor of The Times of London, shares her insights on the current political climate in the U.S. She delves into Trump's attacks on Somali Americans and how Ilhan Omar's response resonates within the community. The conversation shifts to the fallout from Turning Point USA's dispute with Candace Owens, and the tension between Josh Shapiro and Kamala Harris. Katy also reflects on journalistic responsibility and the evolving media landscape, providing a British perspective on American politics.
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Hegseth Likely To Survive Backlash
- Katy Balls says Pete Hegseth may survive Signal and strike controversies because the moment has cooled.
- Critics grow louder, but delayed revelations reduce immediate political damage.
Turning Point Calls Out Candace Owens
- Turning Point USA publicly challenged Candace Owens after she pushed extreme conspiracy theories about Charlie Kirk's death.
- They invited her to a Phoenix livestream to address and rebut her claims directly.
VP Picks Turn On Personal Fit
- The Harris–Shapiro episode shows vice presidential chemistry can hinge on small interpersonal dynamics.
- Shapiro's probing questions contrasted with Tim Walz's deferential pitch and shaped the selection outcome.