Budget Battle Escalates, DHS Launches Self-Deport App, Trudeau Officially Replaced: AM Update 3/11

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The Megyn Kelly Show: AM Update Summary
Episode: Budget Battle Escalates, DHS Launches Self-Deport App, Trudeau Officially Replaced: AM Update 3/11
Release Date: March 11, 2025

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1. Government Shutdown Looms as Budget Battle Intensifies

The episode opens with a pressing concern over the imminent government shutdown. Megyn Kelly introduces the topic by highlighting the warning from Border Czar Tom Homan, who stated, “We're out of money. I mean, we'll run out of beds in two weeks” (00:09). As the shutdown deadline approaches—Friday at 11:59 PM, just three days away—the House of Representatives faces a critical vote on a six-month funding extension to avert the closure.

House Speaker Mike Johnson is set to hold the vote, yet the bill faces significant hurdles. With a narrowly divided House and full Democratic opposition, Representative Thomas Massie from Kentucky has firmly opposed the bill, forcing every other GOP member to support it for passage. Additionally, three Republican congressmen—Tony Gonzalez (Texas), Brian Fitzpatrick (Pennsylvania), and Corey Mills (Florida)—express hesitation, adding uncertainty to the bill’s prospects.

Speaker Johnson remains optimistic, asserting, “No one wants to shut the government down and we are doing the responsible thing as Republicans” (02:02). However, the Senate presents another challenge as Senator Rand Paul from Kentucky announces his intention to vote no, criticizing the bill for its excessive spending: “The bill continues spending at the inflated pandemic levels and will add 2 trillion to the debt this year. Count me as a hell no” (03:36). Democrats oppose the bill, arguing it undermines Congress’s fiscal authority by granting excessive control to President Trump.

2. DHS Faces Funding Shortages Amid Immigration Enforcement Struggles

Tom Homan underscores the dire financial state of Immigration officials, emphasizing the urgent need for funding: “We're out of money. I mean we'll run out of beds in two weeks” (03:36). With approximately 46,000 individuals in custody—projected to rise to 65,000—federal authorities face a significant operational crisis. Without adequate funding, the ability to detain and process individuals for removal becomes untenable, jeopardizing the administration’s immigration enforcement promises.

3. DHS Launches Revamped Self-Deportation App

In a controversial move, Homeland Security announces an upgrade to the Biden administration's CBP1 app, rebranded as CBP Home. This new platform offers illegal aliens a streamlined process to self-deport, providing them the option to leave the country voluntarily and potentially return legally in the future. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated, “The CBP Home app gives aliens the option to leave now and self-deport so they may still have the opportunity to return legally in the future and live the American dream” (03:59). However, those who choose not to use the app will face mandatory deportation, with no opportunity for return.

4. Economic Turmoil: Market Reactions to Tariffs and Potential Shutdown

The episode delves into the economic repercussions of the ongoing tariff wars and the looming government shutdown. Wall Street has experienced significant downturns, with the Dow Jones dropping nearly 900 points, the S&P 500 falling 2.7%, and the Nasdaq declining 4% as recession fears mount.

President Donald Trump addresses these concerns in an interview with Fox Business, downplaying the possibility of a recession. He remarked, “What we're doing is very big. We're bringing wealth back to America... We're building a tremendous foundation for the future” (05:26). Despite market skepticism, Treasury Secretary Scott Besant remains confident, outlining the administration’s strategy to shift from government-driven growth to a private sector-led economy: “We are trying to transition from public to private... I'm confident if we have the right policies, it'll be a very smooth transition” (06:28).

Trump reiterates his commitment to tariffs as a cornerstone of economic policy, asserting, “We're going to take in hundreds of billions of dollars in tariffs and we're going to become so rich you're not going to know where to spend all that money... We're going to have jobs, we're going to have open factories. It's going to be great” (07:04). However, the markets remain wary, reflecting uncertainty over the long-term impacts of these policies.

5. Canadian Political Landscape Shifts: Trudeau Replaced by Mark Carney

In significant international news, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is officially replaced as the leader of his party. Mark Carney, a former head of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, secures 86% of the vote in the Liberal Party leadership election, positioning himself as the next Prime Minister of Canada.

Under Trudeau’s leadership, the Liberal Party faced declining support due to sluggish economic performance and internal party conflicts, culminating in the resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland. Mark Carney promises to defend Canada’s sovereignty against President Trump’s aggressive tariffs, declaring, “If they succeeded, they would destroy our way of life and Canada never, ever will be part of America in any way, shape or form” (09:41).

Carney is expected to call a national election shortly, seeking a broader mandate to navigate Canada through economic and geopolitical challenges. His main rival, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, aggressively criticizes Carney and the Liberal establishment, arguing that they perpetuate economic mismanagement and dependency on the U.S.: “Justin Trudeau does not believe in liberty. He believes in government control... We want to put our country first” (10:43).

Polls from the Angus Reid Institute indicate that 43% of Canadians favor Carney in negotiations with President Trump, while 34% support Poilievre, signaling a challenging political climate as tariffs are set to escalate on April 2nd.

6. U.S. Foreign Policy and Ukraine Peace Talks

The episode also covers developments in U.S. foreign policy, particularly concerning Ukraine. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Saudi Arabia meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s aide, Andrei Yermak, aiming to revive peace talks amidst ongoing tensions with Russia. Special Envoy Steve Wyckoff expresses optimism about reaching a deal.

Donald Trump inquires about the timeline, to which Rubio responds, highlighting progress made and potential concessions from Ukraine: “I would like to describe it as progress” (13:07). Depending on the outcomes, the U.S. may lift the pause on military aid and intelligence sharing initially imposed by Trump.

7. Rise of Democrat Senator Chris Murphy

Senator Chris Murphy from Connecticut is highlighted as a rising star within the Democratic Party, leveraging social media to boost his profile. Despite his current standing as a middling politician, Murphy has experienced a surge in visibility, doubling his Instagram followers and amassing nearly 30 million impressions.

The episode raises questions about the authenticity of Murphy’s rise, noting his association with Tara McGowan, CEO of Courier Newsroom, a progressive media outlet funded by George Soros and Reid Hoffman. Reports suggest that McGowan has significantly promoted Murphy through her platform, coinciding with his personal life changes, including his separation from his wife. Critics from conservative media describe Courier Newsroom as a “Democratic propaganda network” and question the organic nature of Murphy’s popularity.

8. Closing Remarks

Megyn Kelly wraps up the AM Update by previewing an upcoming special series titled “Megyn Kelly Investigates”, which delves into the mysterious disappearance of baby Lisa Irwin. This special will air on the SiriusXM Triumph Channel 111, YouTube, and all podcast platforms.

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Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

• Tom Homan (00:09): “We're out of money. I mean, we'll run out of beds in two weeks.”
• Speaker Johnson (02:02): “No one wants to shut the government down and we are doing the responsible thing as Republicans.”
• Senator Rand Paul (03:36): “The bill continues spending at the inflated pandemic levels and will add 2 trillion to the debt this year. Count me as a hell no.”
• President Trump (05:26): “What we're doing is very big. We're bringing wealth back to America... We're building a tremendous foundation for the future.”
• Treasury Secretary Scott Besant (06:28): “We are trying to transition from public to private... I'm confident if we have the right policies, it'll be a very smooth transition.”
• President Trump (07:04): “We're going to take in hundreds of billions of dollars in tariffs and we're going to become so rich you're not going to know where to spend all that money... We're going to have jobs, we're going to have open factories. It's going to be great.”
• Mark Carney (09:41): “If they succeeded, they would destroy our way of life and Canada never, ever will be part of America in any way, shape or form.”
• Pierre Poilievre (10:43): “Justin Trudeau does not believe in liberty. He believes in government control... We want to put our country first.”
• Secretary Marco Rubio (13:07): “I would like to describe it as progress.”

This comprehensive summary encapsulates the critical discussions from the AM Update, providing listeners with an in-depth overview of the government's financial struggles, immigration enforcement challenges, economic policies, significant shifts in Canadian politics, U.S. foreign policy endeavors, and notable political figures' rising prominence.

Transcript

[Megyn Kelly]

Good morning, everyone. I'm Megyn Kelly. It's Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and this is your AM update.

[Tom Homan]

We're out of money. I mean, we'll run out of beds in two weeks.

[Megyn Kelly]

As the shutdown deadline looms, border czar Tom Homan warning Congress Immigration officials are running out of money fast.

[Scott Besant]

I'm confident if we have the right policies, it'll be a very smooth transition.

[Megyn Kelly]

Trump officials see seeking to ease economic concerns as markets tumble amid tariff wars. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau finally ousted by his party, and what's behind the sudden rise of Democrat Senator Chris Murphy. All that and more coming up in just a moment on your AM Update.

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[Megyn Kelly]

House Speaker Mike Johnson likely to hold a vote later today on a six month funding extension to avert a government Shutdown. The deadline, 11:59pm on Friday, just three days away. With the House so narrowly divided and the funding bill facing full Democratic opposition, Speaker Johnson has little room for error. Republican Congressman from Kentucky Thomas Massie remaining firm in his opposition, which means every other GOP member must vote yes in order for this bill to pass the House. Three GOP congressmen expressing some hesitation. Texas Congressman Tony Gonzalez telling CNN he'll make a game time decision. Politico reporting. Pennsylvania Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick and Florida Congressman Corey Mills also on the fence. Speaker Johnson however, appearing confident he has the votes, telling reporters, quote, no one wants to shut the government down and we are doing the responsible thing as Republicans. Speaker Johnson saying it will then be up to Senate Democrats to do the right thing. However, the hurdle to clear the Senate getting a little bit higher with Republican Senator from Kentucky Rand Paul's announcement he will be voting no. Senator Paul posting on X the bill continues spending at the inflated pandemic levels and will add 2 trillion to the debt this year. Count me as a hell no. Democrats opposed the bill saying it takes away the power of the purse from Congress, handing too much control to President Trump. As the fight over government spending continues, the strain on immigration enforcement is becoming more urgent.

[Tom Homan]

We're out of money. I mean we'll run out of beds in two weeks. I mean we're at about 46,000 in custody now. We ought to be about 65,000 at this point in time. And when we run out of beds as soon as we stop inter enforcement operations because when we arrest somebody, we got to have a bed to put them in for removal. So Congress does they need to get us the funding we need so this administration can hold keep the promises they made to American people.

[Megyn Kelly]

The CR contains nearly 500 million in additional funding for immigration enforcement. Officials say they need the funding to expedite the removal of criminal aliens from within the country. Homeland Security today announcing an upgrade to the Biden administration's CBP1 app. The app allowed more than 1 million migrants to apply for asylum prior to arrival in the U.S. once processed, migrants were released on parole, often with appointments scheduled years down the road. That program ended following a day one executive order from President Trump. The revamped app, now called CBP Home, allows illegal aliens a streamlined process to self deport. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem writing in a statement, quote, the CBP Home app gives aliens the option to leave now and self deport so they may still have the opportunity to return legally in the future and live the American dream. Secretary Noem going on to say if the migrants do not self deport, they will be found, deported and never allowed to return. Wall street starting the week in the red as recession fears shake investor confidence. The dow dropping nearly 900 points s and P 500 dropping 2.7% and the Nasdaq falling 4% on Sunday. President Trump downplaying concerns to Fox Business. Are you expecting a recession this year?

[Donald Trump]

I hate to predict things like that. There is A period of transition. Because what we're doing is very big. We're bringing wealth back to America. That's a big thing. And there are always periods of it takes a little time. It takes a little time. If you look at China, they have 100 year perspective. We have a quarter, we go by quarters. That's true. And you can't go by that. You have to do what's right. What we're doing is we're building a tremendous foundation for the future.

[Megyn Kelly]

These comments after a rough week in the markets, investors worrying over tariff wars and the impending possible government shutdown. On Friday, the S and p closed down 3.1%, its worst weekly drop in six months. Trump administration officials like their boss insisting the short term pain is necessary to build a more resilient economy. Treasury Secretary Scott Besant telling CNBC that the administration's goal is to shift from government driven growth to to a private sector led economy.

[Scott Besant]

We are trying to transition from public to private. I talked about we are going to have safe and sound regulation to get our banking system going again. So the banks should be generating loans to private companies. Employment should be from private companies, not from government. And you know, I'm confident if we have the right policies, it'll be a very smooth transition.

[Megyn Kelly]

The center of this strategy, tariffs. On Sunday, President Trump doubling down on what he calls the most beautiful word in the dictionary.

[Donald Trump]

We're going to take in hundreds of billions of dollars in tariffs and we're going to become so rich you're not going to know where to spend all that money. I'm telling you, you just watch. We're going to have jobs, we're going to have open factories. It's going to be great.

[Megyn Kelly]

For now, the markets remain skeptical. Coming up, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau officially replaced as head of his party. And what's behind the sudden media rise of Democrat Senator Chris Murphy? Is he really a party star? All that and more in just a moment.

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[Megyn Kelly]

Banker Mark Carney set to become Canada's next prime minister, securing 86% of the vote in the Liberal Party leadership election. Mr. Carney will succeed current Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who announced his resignation from the post in January upon the election of a new party leader. Under Mr. Trudeau's leadership, the Liberal Party suffered declining support amid sluggish economic numbers and internal party turmoil. The resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, who was critical of Mr. Trudeau the final breaking point in Mr. Trudeau's nine year run atop the government. Mr. Carney previously led the bank of Canada and the bank of England. Canadian Liberals believe he's the man for the moment as their country faces an existential threat posed by President Trump's tariffs. In his victory speech, Mr. Carney rejecting President Trump's suggestions of making Canada the the 51st state the Americans want our.

[Mark Carney]

Resources, our water, our land, our country. Think about it. If they, if they succeeded, they would destroy our way of life and Canada never, ever will be part of America in any way, shape or form. The Canadians are are always ready when someone else drops the gloves. So the Americans, they should make no mistake in trade, as in hockey, Canada.

[Megyn Kelly]

Will win under the country's parliamentary system. Mr. Carney is expected to call a national election in the coming weeks, seeking a mandate from all voters. Mr. Carney poised to run against the head of the opposition party, Conservative leader Pierre Paliev. Under Mr. Poilievre's leadership, the Conservative Party receiving a surge in support, flipping two historically Liberal districts in shocking special election upsets. Voters embracing Mr. Poilievre's populist message.

[Pierre Poilievre]

Justin Trudeau does not believe in liberty. He believes in government control. He wants to control your money. He wants to control your kids. He wants to control everything that is illiberal. It's the opposite of liberalism. We should put Canada first. We want to put our country first. Stand up for our country against both American aggression, but also against the destructive liberal policies that have made us helpless and reliant on the U.S. Mr. Poliev.

[Megyn Kelly]

Coming out of the gate swinging against Mr. Carney on Monday.

[Pierre Poilievre]

The Liberal establishment has installed Justin Trudeau's economic adviser as the next Liberal leader to trick Canadians into giving Liberals a fourth term in power. But he's just like Justin and he's more of the same. We have the same Liberal MPs, the same Liberal advisors, the same liberal promises who will produce the same Liberal doubling housing costs, doubling the debt, doubling lineups at food banks, enriching the global elites at the expense of the working class.

[Megyn Kelly]

Despite Mr. Poilayev's double digit lead against Mr. Trudeau, the the Trump tariffs inspiring a surge in support for the Liberal Party. The Liberals, whose approval rating had been hovering in the low 20s, climbing to higher than 30%, up 10 points since January. Canadian pollster the Angus Reid Institute finds 43% of Canadians believe Mark Carney would better handle negotiations with President Trump versus 34% who choose Pierre Poiliev. The Liberal Party seeking to capitalize on this momentum as more Trump tariffs are set to kick in April 2nd. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Saudi Arabia today meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's top aide Andrei Yermak in an effort to revive peace talks. The AP reporting two anonymous sources say the Ukrainian delegation is ready to sign the rare earth minerals deal during the talks. The Ukrainians are likely also to propose an air and sea ceasefire in Ukraine, a move meant to convince President Trump the Ukrainians are serious about reaching peace with the Russians. Special Envoy Steve Wyckoff expressing optimism that a deal will be made.

[Donald Trump]

Does it get done this week?

[Marco Rubio]

You know Bill, I hope so. Zerlensky sent a letter to the president. He apologized for that whole incident that happened in the Oval Office. I think that was a an important step and there's been a lot of discussion between our teams and the Ukrainians and the Europeans who are relevant to this discussion as well, and I would like to describe it as progress.

[Megyn Kelly]

While en route to Saudi Arabia, Secretary Rubio, speaking to reporters, stated that depending on the outcome of the talks, the US May be prepared to lift the pause on military aid and intelligence sharing that President Trump put in place after the Oval Office tension. He added that his visit aims to assess what concessions the Ukrainians are willing to make as Democrats struggle to find their footing in the second Trump administration. Democrat Senator from Connecticut Chris Murphy attempting to fill the void with digital content. Senator Murphy's social media videos, often selfie style, regularly going viral. Despite his status as a rather middling.

[Scott Besant]

Lawmaker, Donald Trump doesn't care about the destruction of Medicare or Medicaid or the Department of Education because it doesn't impact him. Republicans never want to fix the immigration system. Their motivation is always to make it more chaotic and more confusing. Guys, the whole game is Trump doing favors for his billionaire friends.

[Megyn Kelly]

The New York Times reporting in February Senator Murphy doubling his Instagram followers over the previous two months, racking up almost 30 million impressions on the platform a rising star in the media Some recent headlines the Hartford Courier Connecticut's senator leading the national resistance against Trump NBC how one senator is placing himself at the center of the Trump resistance the Hill Murphy looks to be guiding force for Democrats in new Trump era, but some now questioning whether his surge in visibility is purely organic, especially given reports that his alleged new girlfriend happens to run a progressive media company funded by George Soros and Reid Hoffman. Semaphore reporting Tara McGowan, CEO of Courier Newsroom, posted a selfie of herself and Senator Murphy last week on her private Instagram captioned quote not postponing joy. Courier Newsroom is often criticized by the right as a Democrat outlet posing as a news network, the Washington Free Beacon referring to it as the George Soros funded Democratic propaganda network. The New York Post reporting Ms. McGowan has used her personal platform and position for years at the digital outlet to promote Murphy, that activity ramping up in recent months during the time in which we know Senator Murphy separated from his wife of 17 years. That happened last November, though reports indicated they are not divorced and remain legally married. And that'll do it for your AM Update. I'm Megyn Kelly. Join me back here all week for our special series Megyn Kelly Investigates on the disappearance of baby Lisa Irwin, a 10 month old girl who disappeared from her crib in the dark of night. It will air on SiriusXM Triumph Channel 111 at noon east on YouTube.com megankelly and on all podcast platforms on the Megyn Kelly show feed.

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