The Fox News Rundown From Washington: The Deepening Divide Between Democrats
Oct 26, 2025
Yemisi Egbewole, former chief of staff to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, shares insights from her time in the Biden administration. She discusses the deepening rift within the Democratic Party, sparked by Jean-Pierre's book criticizing party loyalty. Egbewole also analyzes the NYC mayoral race, evaluating frontrunner Zohran Mamdani's appeal. Senator Roger Marshall, a physician and U.S. Senator, dives into the complexities of healthcare policy, addressing Obamacare subsidies and proposing reforms to lower costs for consumers.
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Inside The Press Office Partnership
- Yemisi Egbewole described her two years as Karine Jean-Pierre's chief of staff and learning the comms role together.
- She emphasized Anita Dunn's steadying mentorship during periods of transition in the West Wing.
Party Identity Versus Personal Grievance
- Leaving a party after representing it publicly raises questions about ideological consistency and motives.
- Yemisi argued Jean‑Pierre's switch to independent surprised many given her long Democratic career.
Criticism Versus Staying To Fight
- Jean‑Pierre criticizes Democrats for not being 'fighters,' but Yemisi says staying to fight would have more impact.
- Yemisi framed leaving as confusing given Jean‑Pierre's platform and reach as a former press secretary.
