The Morning Meeting S3E27 | Trump Transition, Democrat Realignment & Today’s Political News

Tuesday, 12/17/24

TODAY'S TOPICS:
* What are the lessons of the Trump press conference?
* What is AOC’s long game?
* How does Team Trump control the leaking?

The Morning Meeting with Mark Halperin, Sean Spicer & Dan Turrentine. Every weekday morning our hosts discuss today’s political news and take live Q&A from our Zoom participants.

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[cbean]

I'm a lifelong Republican and complete MAGA but I just love Dan. I love the conversations between these three. I found the show for following Sean. I try hard to never miss a show even if I watch later. You three are the best.

[RodneyGmusic]

Mark is a very factual and accurate reporter. Even if one doesn't always like what he reports, he comes from a place of truth. We need more like him in the media. He was spot on about Biden's timeline on the dropout, and the fact the Kamala was NOT going to win WI in 2024. That is just recent examples. He has been doing his homework for years and reporting facts!

[amandacollyer]

2:50: Yeah, Sean (and all of you) nailed it on 'tone and tenor.' A lot of reluctant Trump voters are hugely relieved and honestly very hopeful for what can happen to make life better.

[jppalm]

These guys are intellectually honest. Refreshing

[rosemaryalles]

Damn. I love this show. Absolutely love it. It's a treasure. American to the core. 💜

[miriamquinones]

Biden checked out long time ago. Painful to see so many failed to notice let alone acknowledge it.

[SaltyPatriot]

Lies? What lies? Can’t throw out nonsense and not back it up!!

[susiew]

For Christmas I just want the never Trumpers to keep an open mind. This is how we try to narrow the chasm. I am not a Trumpster devotee but I am willing to give him a chance.

[kwantieO]

President Trump also gave an interview to the magazine Paris Match when he was in Paris recently. It was mostly about Notre Dame. He was the first leader contacting President Macron after he was informed of the fire.

[Zero-khzs]

I'm you on Megyn Kelly. Got to see you twice today.

[Rob-eoql]

Trump vs. the McCains:
Where it started: During the 2016, Senator McCain, in an interview, insulted both Trump supporters (calling them crazy) and Trump’s ex-wives. A week later, Trump made the infamous comment about McCain being captured in Vietnam.

[richardmcartney]

Trumps inner being is softening gentlemen. That is who he has always been. To get thru the shit he was dished out for 8 plus years one has to give as good as they get to get thru it. Now that he realizes thru inner feelings that the war fought against him for what he wants to do for America he is RELAXING now into his true self.

[Flvil-]

I agree with the comments re Trump's calmer demeanor and comportment in his answers during the press conference.

But there's another very important dimension here. The Reporters, themselves, were much more Respectful.

Yes, they posed some fair and probing queries - but not question after question, as in - "How many times a day do you beat your wife?"

It was refreshing not to see disgraceful, ignorant, and combative 'questions' from the likes of Jim Acosta, Peter Baker, April Ryan, Yamiche Alcindor, and their fellow travelers.

Let's all hope it continues in this manner. We'll see.

[geoffreyfaust]

Lara Trump needs to run for Senate for N Carolina, rather tha appointment in Florida.

[loro]

When i was a kid i took my babysitting money to the dime store to do Christmas shopping for my family. I remember once buying a package of rubber bands for my father bc i was always borrowing from him. 😊

[RrrNnn-ispn]

Dan & Mark: It’s frequently said that Trump lies a lot. Could you give examples when you make this statement.

[larrybair]

Pride goeth before destruction ..Linda

[danielyuriychuk]

Sean it’s really annoying when your not paying attention for half the show

[Adriene-kl]

You guys have earned every minute of your two weeks off....enjoy! ❄️🎁 Yes, my gift will be not sending Mark an email every day asking where's the show.

[susiew]

Stephanopoulos not only lied but knowingly lied out of malice. His opinion going forward will always have …an asterisk, a smear, something where I will just think to turn the channel or fact check. He is a little man due to a little mind. Thankfully for him he has millions so I have no pity for him.