The Megyn Kelly Show Trump's Historic Middle East Summit, National Guard and Chicago, Biden's Cancer: AM Update 10/13
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Oct 13, 2025 President Trump visits Israel and Egypt to celebrate a historic ceasefire and hostage-release deal with Hamas, marking a new chapter in Middle East peace talks. A federal appeals court allows the federalization of Illinois's National Guard but prohibits deployments in Chicago. Meanwhile, President Biden begins treatment for stage 4 prostate cancer, raising questions about his health and past disclosures. The political landscape is shifting, with various reactions to these significant events.
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Diplomatic Breakthrough Framed As First Phase
- The Trump trip frames the Hamas-Israel deal as a major diplomatic breakthrough that begins post-war normalization steps.
- The administration positions this as the first phase of a 20-point plan toward lasting Middle East stability.
Public Reaction In Tel Aviv To U.S. Mediators
- Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff appeared in Tel Aviv and received mixed reactions, with crowds chanting appreciation for Trump and booing Netanyahu.
- Their public presence underscored U.S. mediators' central role in brokering the deal.
Regional Pressure Changed Hamas's Calculus
- Regional pressure from Egypt and Qatar forced Hamas to surrender its key bargaining chip, the hostages.
- That leverage shift enabled the negotiated release and opened discussions about Gaza's political future.