The Megyn Kelly Show Trump's Action-Packed Day One, and Ridiculous Media Spin on Elon "Salute," with Charles C.W. Cooke and Rich Lowry | Ep. 987
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Jan 21, 2025 
Charles C.W. Cooke, a Senior Editor at National Review, and Rich Lowry, its Editor-in-Chief, dive into Trump’s action-packed first day. They discuss his flurry of executive orders and the remarkable energy he brings. The controversial pardons of January 6th protesters spark heated debate, highlighting hypocrisy in media responses to political gestures. They also critique the media's distortion of an Elon Musk moment, alongside reflections on societal pressures in today’s social media landscape, showcasing the absurdity of current political narratives.
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Executive Order on Sex
- Megyn Kelly praises the executive order on biological sex, drafted by May Mailman and edited by Stephen Miller.
- She considers the order's focus on biological sex over gender to be a significant achievement.
Biden's Pardons
- Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons for his family and key figures like Fauci.
- This action undermines criticism of Trump's pardons related to January 6th.
Restricting Pardon Power
- The abuse of pardon power by both Biden and Trump highlights a potential need for its restriction.
- A constitutional amendment would be required but is unlikely due to presidential resistance.