The Megyn Kelly Show Trump's National Guard Victory, Real Story Behind Drug Boat Strikes, KJP on Tour: AM Update 10/21
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Oct 21, 2025 A major legal victory allows National Guard troops to be deployed in Portland for immigration enforcement. Trump and the Australian Prime Minister sign a groundbreaking agreement to bolster rare earth mineral production, reducing reliance on China. Meanwhile, a U.S. military strike targets a suspected drug-smuggling vessel, supported by an aggressive strategy against narco-terrorism. Karine Jean-Pierre reveals her departure from the Democratic Party while defending Biden, highlighting the struggles of Black women within the party.
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Court Clears Guard Deployment To Portland
- The Ninth Circuit allowed federalized National Guard troops to deploy to Portland, signaling broad presidential authority in enforcing federal operations.
- The decision may be reheard en banc and faces a full trial scheduled for October 29th, so legal battles continue.
US–Australia Rare Earths Push
- Trump and Australian PM Albanese signed a framework to boost rare earth mineral production and reduce China's supply dominance.
- The partnership aims to flood markets with critical minerals to strengthen U.S. national security and supply chains.
Maritime Strikes As Pressure Strategy
- The administration conducted multiple maritime strikes on vessels tied to narcotics smuggling, citing links to ELN and other groups.
- Officials frame this as a wartime pressure campaign against transnational narco-terror networks rather than routine law enforcement.