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The Megyn Kelly Show
Left Pushes "Constitutional Crisis" Narrative, and Trump Brings Back Plastic Straws, with Charles Cooke, Rich Lowry, and Carol Swain | Ep. 1005
Feb 11, 2025
Charles C.W. Cooke, a senior editor at National Review, and Rich Lowry, its editor-in-chief, dive into the media's exaggerated claims of a 'constitutional crisis' involving Trump. They highlight Trump's popularity amidst overreactions and explore absurd spending by USAID. Carol Swain, author of 'The Gay Affair,' discusses plagiarism at Harvard and the racism she faced from progressives. The group critiques the hypocrisy of the left while touching on lighter topics like Trump's return of plastic straws, underscoring the cultural battles playing out in the political arena.
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- The podcast critiques the narrative of a 'constitutional crisis' regarding Trump's administration, suggesting that legal challenges do not meet this alarming designation.
- Discussions highlight a double standard in media and political criticism, contrasting responses to Trump's actions versus those of President Biden concerning court rulings.
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Overview of Trump Administration Legal Challenges
The current legal landscape surrounding the Trump administration is marked by an overwhelming number of lawsuits filed against it, surpassing 40 cases so far. Many of these lawsuits are characterized by temporary restraining orders that prevent the enforcement of certain laws until a full evidentiary hearing takes place. Critics claim this reflects a constitutional crisis, alleging Trump's administration is operating above judicial oversight. The discussion suggests that while there are legal challenges, the situation has not yet escalated to a true constitutional crisis, as Trump has complied with the courts in the majority of cases.
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