The Megyn Kelly Show – AM Update 10/10/2025

Host: Emily Jashinsky (guest-hosting for Megyn Kelly)
Date: October 10, 2025
Episode Title: Letitia James Indicted, Trump Talks Nobel Peace Prize, Memphis Crime Crackdown

Episode Overview

This morning update offers a fast-paced, comprehensive breakdown of major U.S. political and legal news. Guest host Emily Jashinsky covers the unprecedented indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James, tense developments in the Virginia attorney general race, President Trump’s efforts toward Middle East peace (and a potential Nobel nomination), legal wrangling over the National Guard in Portland, and a high-impact federal crime crackdown in Memphis. The episode is characterized by sharp commentary, notable political voices, and an undercurrent of the ongoing debate over justice system “weaponization.”

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Letitia James Indicted by Federal Grand Jury

• [02:34] Emily Jashinsky reports the surprise indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James on bank fraud and false statement charges.
  • Alleged misconduct: James allegedly misrepresented her Norfolk, VA property as a secondary residence (when actually rented out) to obtain better mortgage terms.
  • Justice Department statement (Lindsey Halligan, U.S. Attorney):

    "No one is above the law. The charges as alleged in this case represent intentional criminal acts and tremendous breaches of the public's trust." (02:50)

  • Letitia James response:

    "This is nothing more than a continuation of the President's desperate weaponization of our justice system. He is forcing federal law enforcement agencies to do his bidding all because I did my job as the New York State Attorney General. These charges are baseless and the President's own public statements make clear that his only goal is political retribution at any cost." (03:07)

  • Political reactions:
    • NY Governor Kathy Hochul calls the indictment "nothing less than the weaponization of the Justice Department."
    • Former McConnell staffer Scott Jennings counters:

      "Her entire career is built on the selective prosecution of one man… [B]ut to me, it's just not going to fly to boo hoo over selective prosecutions on this particular person..." (04:50)

    • The case is assigned to a Biden-appointed judge.
  • Discussion Context: The discussion ties the James indictment into a larger narrative of partisan prosecution and judicial double standards.

2. Trump, Middle East Hostage Deal, and the Nobel Peace Prize

• [06:00] In his eighth cabinet meeting of the year, President Trump claims U.S.-brokered success in securing the release of remaining hostages in Gaza:

  "We're getting the hostages back on Tuesday, Monday or Tuesday... I'm going to try and make a trip over... We're going to go to Egypt where we'll have a signing, an additional signing." (06:00)

• [07:08] In response to a question about his chances of receiving the Nobel Peace Prize:

  "I know this, that nobody in history has solved eight wars in a period of nine months. And I've stopped eight wars, so that's never happened before... I didn't do it for that. I did it because I saved a lot of lives." (07:08) "Seven thousand people are dying a week. Young soldiers... almost all soldiers of Ukraine and Russia... It's a terrible thing and we'll get that solved, too."

• Context: Several world leaders, including Israeli PM Netanyahu, have nominated Trump for the prize.

3. Virginia Attorney General Race Crisis

• [09:19] Democrat candidate Jay Jones faces a fierce backlash after 2022 texts surface in which he fantasizes about violence toward political opponents:
  • Texts surfaced include Jones expressing a desire to shoot the former GOP state House speaker and wishing death on the speaker's children:

    "Gilbert gets two bullets to the head." (10:38)
    "He wished Gilbert's wife could watch her own child die in her arms so that Gilbert might reconsider his political views." (10:41)

  • Both parties condemn the content; calls mount for Jones to exit the race but most Democrats decline to comment.
  • Poll impact: What was a 6-point Jones lead vanished; internal and GOP polls put the race in a dead heat or favoring Republican Jason Miyares. Jones’s unfavorability jumps from 19% to over 43%.
  • Electoral context: The scandal and media coverage (or lack thereof) highlight tensions over accountability and political tribalism.

4. National Guard/Memphis Crime Crackdown

Portland, Oregon

• [13:20] The administration defends its controversial use of the National Guard to support ICE and federal agents against protest violence in Portland:
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem recounts:

    "I asked the mayor... why did you clear the streets for me today then? ...There's graffiti that says Molotovs melt ice. We have the guillotines, we're going to use them." (13:20)

  • Trump:

    "The thing that's different, it's like anarchists, you know, it's really different than a lot of the others. This is a sick situation. But those are anarchists. Those are people that want to overthrow government. They're really degenerates." (13:42)

  • Legal battle ongoing in federal appeals court over the state's attempt to block federal control of Guard troops.

Memphis, Tennessee

• [15:08] AG Pam Bondi details notable early success of a tough-on-crime initiative:

  "So far, we made 562 arrests and seized 144 illegal guns just in the short time we've been in Memphis. Last night alone we made 91 arrests... We got a child rapist off the streets but yet we've made 562 arrests and still going strong in Memphis." (15:08)

  • DHS Secretary Noem: Vows to apply the crackdown model to other Democrat-run cities:

    "We're going to send more of our resources and men and women out there to keep everybody safe..." (16:05)
    "It shows what a partnership can be between local law enforcement and the federal government." (16:29)

  • Trump: Celebrates falling crime numbers and promises the administration's continued support for aggressive law enforcement.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Emily Jashinsky summarizes the political stakes:

  "The race for attorney general of Virginia in a dead heat after texts from the Democrat candidate resurface..." (07:56)

• Scott Jennings:

  "Her entire career is built on the selective prosecution of one man. Now, I also believe what Elliot said. There's a process here. Everybody gets their day in court..." (04:50)

• Donald Trump:

  "Nobody in history has solved eight wars in a period of nine months. And I've stopped eight wars..." (07:08)
  "Those are anarchists. Those are people that want to overthrow government. They're really degenerates." (13:42)
  "The numbers in Memphis, it's only a week but the numbers have been amazing. I understand the crime numbers are way down. Fantastic." (16:21)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Letitia James indicted, DOJ statement: 02:34–04:50
• Political reaction, Selective prosecution commentary: 04:50–05:38
• Trump on Gaza hostages and Nobel Peace Prize: 06:00–07:56
• Virginia AG race scandal, polling, party response: 09:19–11:17
• National Guard and Portland unrest legal fight: 13:20–13:56
• Memphis federal crime crackdown progress: 15:08–16:42

Summary Table

| Topic | Lead Source/Speaker | Notable Timestamp | Core Insight/Quote | |-------------------------------|-----------------------------------|----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Letitia James Indictment | DOJ, Scott Jennings, Gov. Hochul | 02:34–05:38 | "No one is above the law..." / "Weaponization of justice..." | | Trump/Hostage/Nobel Prize | Trump, Netanyahu nomination | 06:00–07:56 | "Nobody in history has solved eight wars in a period of nine months." | | Virginia AG Text Scandal | Jay Jones scandal | 09:19–11:17 | "Gilbert gets two bullets..." / "Disgusting and unbecoming..."| | Portland National Guard Fight | Kristi Noem, Trump | 13:20–13:56 | "Those are anarchists... really degenerates." | | Memphis Crime Crackdown | Pam Bondi, Noem, Trump | 15:08–16:42 | "We've made 562 arrests and still going strong in Memphis." |

Tone & Style

• Direct, pointed, and urgent: The hosts and guests maintain a brisk, no-nonsense delivery.
• Political/polemical: Frequent accusations of weaponization, bias, and hypocrisy.
• Factual rundown: Bulleted statistics for law enforcement actions and polling.
• Occasionally caustic: Remarks on "degenerates" and personal scandals have sharp edges.

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode:

This AM update rapidly navigates through headline-making stories of legal intrigue, electoral drama, and national security. The tone is urgent, emphasizing the interconnection between partisan politics and the justice system. Strong quotes from big names (Trump, James, Bondi, Noem) and up-to-the-minute stats on polling and law enforcement actions give listeners a vivid informational hit. If you need a digest of high-stakes American political news, this episode delivers—pulling no punches.