The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle Admiral briefs senior lawmakers on US boat strikes in the Caribbean
Dec 5, 2025
Joining the discussion are Joyce Vance, a former U.S. attorney known for her legal insights, Tom Nichols, a political commentator specializing in national security, and Rich Logis, who transitioned away from the MAGA movement. They dive into the alarming U.S. boat strikes in the Caribbean, the failed reindictment of Letitia James, and Rich’s transformative journey away from MAGA, revealing how identity trauma influences loyalty. The conversation highlights political divides and the shifting landscape within the GOP.
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GOP Worries About Midterm Prospects
- House Republicans fear losing their majority due to messaging failures, redistricting anxiety, and lack of tangible wins.
- Many blame Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership style but avoid directly blaming Trump.
Rebranding Seen As Performative
- Renaming the Institute for Peace as the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace drew ridicule as performative and self-aggrandizing.
- Tom Nichols called it 'pathetic' and tied it to the president's desire for recognition.
Grand Jury's Reluctance Signals Weak Case
- A grand jury declined to reindict Letitia James shortly after dismissal, signalling prosecutorial weaknesses.
- Joyce Vance warned DOJ could try again but noted a grand jury's reluctance is a bad sign for trial prospects.