‘She’s so dumb’: Megyn Kelly Calls Out Karine Jean-Pierre Over Alleged False Statements
Megyn Kelly has launched a scathing critique of former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, accusing her of dishonesty regarding President Joe Biden’s mental decline and deriding her focus on identity politics. Appearing on Sky News Australia’s “Paul Murray Live,” Kelly dissected Jean-Pierre’s new book and recent media tour, questioning both her credibility and her qualifications for high office.
Trump’s White House Renovations: Media Double Standards
The segment began with a lighter note, as Kelly commented on former President Donald Trump’s plans to further renovate the White House—adding flagpoles, a patio, and even a ballroom, all at his own expense. Kelly argued that previous presidents, including Obama and Taft, had made significant changes to the White House with little backlash. In her view, the outrage over Trump’s proposed ballroom is less about the project itself and more about “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” with critics eager to erase any positive legacy he might leave.
Karine Jean-Pierre: From Press Secretary to Author
Turning to Karine Jean-Pierre, Kelly didn’t hold back. She described Jean-Pierre as a “terrible White House spokesperson” who “had to read all of the time” and is now promoting a new book while distancing herself from the Democratic Party by claiming to be “independent.” Kelly mocked Jean-Pierre’s repeated references to her identity—“black,” “queer,” “immigrant”—calling it her “trifecta” and suggesting it was the primary reason for her appointment, not her competence or experience.
Kelly went further, criticizing Jean-Pierre for “peddling lies” about her knowledge of Biden’s condition, especially in the lead-up to the now-infamous debate where his mental acuity was questioned. Kelly accused Jean-Pierre of being part of a “cover-up,” claiming she was complicit in the scramble to replace Biden as the Democratic nominee in 2024, and now disingenuously claims ignorance about his decline.
Identity Politics and Media Protection
Kelly expressed frustration with what she sees as the media’s reluctance to challenge Jean-Pierre, arguing that her identity provides a “force field” against tough questions. “You can’t probe her on her stupidity because in their world that makes you a racist,” Kelly said, suggesting that this approach is itself condescending and ultimately diminishes Jean-Pierre’s standing.
She also lampooned Jean-Pierre’s pride in her appearances on shows like “The View,” interpreting her excitement over celebrity interactions as naïve and unserious. Kelly argued that Jean-Pierre’s reliance on identity politics overshadows any substantive achievements or qualifications she might have.
New York City Politics: A Grim Choice
The conversation shifted to New York City’s upcoming mayoral race, which Kelly described as a “depressing story.” She lamented the lack of viable options, characterizing the leading candidates as either “soft on crime” or openly hostile to conservatives. Kelly was particularly critical of the Democratic frontrunners, accusing one of embracing radical figures and the other of wanting to drive out right-wing residents.
She dismissed the Republican candidate, Curtis Sliwa, as unelectable, despite his well-known efforts to make the city safer through the Guardian Angels. Ultimately, Kelly concluded that New Yorkers are left choosing between “the guy who hates me and wants me to leave New York” and “the guy who hangs out with the person who might want to kill me.”
Conclusion
Megyn Kelly’s appearance was marked by her trademark bluntness and biting humor. She called out what she sees as the hypocrisy and intellectual emptiness of identity politics, particularly as embodied by Karine Jean-Pierre. Kelly’s takedown extended from the White House to New York City, painting a picture of American politics in which substance is too often replaced by symbolism—and where, in her view, honesty and merit have become secondary to political expediency and identity.
