The Megyn Kelly Show Trump's "Permanent Pause" After DC Attack, Alleged "Second Strike" Under Scrutiny: AM Update 12/1
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Dec 1, 2025 The podcast covers a shocking ambush of National Guard soldiers by an Afghan national, sparking discussions about immigration vetting. President Trump’s controversial 'permanent pause' on immigration from Third World countries is scrutinized amid Somali fraud scandals in Minnesota. The podcast also delves into an alleged 'second strike' order causing legal debates and official denials. In lighter news, Senator Cory Booker surprises everyone with a spontaneous wedding after a whirlwind engagement, adding a dash of romance to the serious topics.
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Details Of The D.C. Ambush Case
- Megyn Kelly recounts the alleged ambush details, naming the suspect Ramanola Lackenwall and the two National Guard victims.
- She notes he arrived under Operation Allies Welcome after working with U.S. entities in Afghanistan and was later charged with first-degree murder.
Attack Spurs Broad Immigration Crackdown
- The D.C. ambush by an Afghan national prompted sweeping immigration and security responses from President Trump.
- The administration links resettlement programs and vetting failures to national-security risks and broader immigration pauses.
Fraud Scandals Influence Policy Moves
- Reporting links systemic fraud within Minnesota's Somali community to significant federal prosecutions and political hesitancy at the state level.
- The cases fuel federal actions like ending temporary protected status and broader rhetoric about migration from 'third world' countries.