The Megyn Kelly Show

Media Covers for Fetterman's Impairment, and Left Turns on Islam Film, with Victor Davis Hanson and Meg Smaker | Ep. 411

Oct 13, 2022
Victor Davis Hanson, a conservative author and historian at the Hoover Institution, discusses the media's handling of the migrant whipping controversy and political hypocrisy regarding immigration. Filmmaker Meg Smaker shares insights on her documentary about reformed Islamic terrorists, facing backlash for perceived Islamophobia. She recounts her experiences as a firefighter post-9/11 and living in Yemen, exploring the complexities of understanding extremism and the challenges of presenting nuanced narratives in a polarized climate.
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ANECDOTE

Mayorkas's Misrepresentation

  • Secretary Mayorkas publicly condemned border agents for "whipping" migrants.
  • Leaked documents reveal Mayorkas knew the "whipping" allegations were false beforehand.
INSIGHT

Mayorkas's Calculated Decision

  • Mayorkas likely prioritized political rewards over truth, expecting future consequences to be minimal.
  • This incident reflects a broader policy of open borders pursued by the current administration.
ANECDOTE

Martinez's Hypocrisy

  • Nury Martinez, L.A. City Council president, made racist remarks about a colleague's black son.
  • Martinez previously championed defunding the police while receiving 24-hour police protection at her home.
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