"No Kings" Money Trail, Gaza Latest, Wild Louvre Jewelry Heist, Trump Frees Santos: AM Update 10/20

Summary

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The Megyn Kelly Show

Episode: "No Kings" Money Trail, Gaza Latest, Wild Louvre Jewelry Heist, Trump Frees Santos: AM Update 10/20
Date: October 20, 2025
Host: Megyn Kelly (SiriusXM)

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Brief Overview

This AM update from The Megyn Kelly Show offers a rapid, incisive rundown of key news:

• The “No Kings” anti-Trump protest movement and the revelations about its funding and organization
• Escalating tensions and ceasefire fragility in Gaza
• A daring jewelry heist at the Louvre
• President Trump’s commutation of former Congressman George Santos
  Kelly underscores political theatrics, funding networks, and sharp partisan divides with a caustic, critical approach.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

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1. "No Kings" Protests: Organization & Money Trail

[01:18–08:25]

• Nationwide Protests:

  • Millions, including prominent Democratic lawmakers, protested the Trump administration under the “No Kings” banner.
  • Many described as elderly, self-styled as “grand tifa” (grandparent antifa), some dressed in costumes, playing music.

• Lawmakers' Statements:

  • Senators Chris Murphy (CT), Bernie Sanders (VT), and Elizabeth Warren (MA) led impassioned speeches, denouncing Trump as “the most corrupt president” and reaffirming a refusal of authoritarianism.
    • “No President Trump, we don’t want you or any other king to rule us.” — Senator Chris Murphy [03:34]
    • “We will not move toward authoritarianism in America. We the people will rule.” — Senator Bernie Sanders [03:34]

• Protest Atmosphere:

  • Some protestors openly called for Trump’s death, and the rallies featured inflammatory displays like “8647” shirts and biting humor.
  • Megyn Kelly critiques this, pointing out hypocrisy in celebrating “political murder” while claiming to defend democracy.
    • “Just as soon as they extract GOP tsk-tsking of its own side, they resume their celebrations of political murder.” — Megyn Kelly [05:42]

• Funding and Coordination:

  • Investigation shows protests are coordinated by an extensive network:
    • Communist Party USA (notably in NYC)
    • Various Democratic-aligned nonprofits & unions
    • Activist coalitions like the Party for Socialism and Liberation, Democratic Socialists of America, and Students for a Democratic Society
  • Indivisible — a leading organizer, reportedly funded by a $3M Open Society Foundation grant (George Soros).
    • “They call it no kings, but what they’ve built is an empire of tax exempt organizations doing the Democratic Party’s work on the taxpayer’s dime.” — Jennifer Pounds, “Data Republican” [08:15]

• Speeches & Activist Rhetoric:

  • Mehdi Hassan’s D.C. speech made the connection between American democracy and Palestinian freedom, framing current politics as both “genocide abroad, fascism at home.”
    • “There is no peace in the Middle East because … Peace is not just the absence of violence, it is the presence of justice.” — Mehdi Hassan [07:25]
    • “I have hope … that America can defeat this fascist threat, this authoritarian mania, this MAGA cult and save our freedoms.” — Mehdi Hassan [08:19]

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2. Gaza Ceasefire Update

[08:25–09:47]

• Ceasefire Status:

  • The Israel-Hamas ceasefire, part of a U.S.-brokered 20-point peace plan, remains under strain after new violence.
  • Two Israeli soldiers were killed, three wounded. Israel blamed Hamas (who denied involvement); Israeli strikes followed.

• Hostage Deals:

  • Discovery of another hostage’s remains; 12 of 28 hostages have been returned, return of all hostages is key to advancing the peace deal to “phase two.”

• Diplomatic Efforts:

  • U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner traveling to Israel for negotiations; VP J.D. Vance set to arrive.
  • The truce remains delicate as leadership struggles to solidify the peace process.

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3. Wild Louvre Jewelry Heist

[09:47–12:37]

• Details of the Heist:

  • Four thieves broke into a Louvre window with a truck-mounted ladder on Sunday morning, used power tools to loot two display cases.
  • Attempted theft of nine crown jewels, including Napoleonic-era pieces; dropped one crown, later recovered but damaged.
  • “The brazen act … completed in just six to seven minutes. No injuries were reported.” [10:48]

• Investigation Status:

  • Authorities are considering both possible private commission and the risk items are broken up for their materials.
  • “The theft committed at the Louvre is an attack on a heritage that we cherish … We will recover the works and the perpetrators will be brought to justice.” — French President Emmanuel Macron (via X) [12:18]

• Aftermath & Security:

  • The museum is closed for investigation; French officials promise renewed security enhancements.

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4. Trump Commutes Sentence for George Santos

[12:37–18:04]

• Background:

  • Former Republican Representative George Santos was serving over seven years for fraud, identity theft, and campaign finance violations.
  • Trump’s Friday commutation cited disproportionate punishment and political comparisons (Richard Blumenthal’s “Vietnam” lie).
    • “George Santos was somewhat of a rogue, but there are many rogues throughout our country that are not forced to serve seven years in prison.” — Donald Trump, via Truth Social [15:31]
    • “This is far worse than what George Santos did. And at least Santos had the courage, conviction and intelligence to always vote Republican.” — Trump [15:48]

• Santos Speaks Out:

  • On Fox News, Santos thanks Trump, comments on his sentence, and promises to focus on prison reform.

    • “Thank you to President Trump for clemency and for having such an amazing will for second chances. … I feel like it’s justice served in a sense of, I’ve made some poor choices in my life, but nothing would warrant an insane, arbitrary sentence.” — George Santos [16:13]
    • “I want to take this experience and do good and move on with the future.” — Santos [16:54]

  • On CNN, he confirms he will not return to politics soon:

    • “Life is too short. I have been granted a second chance.”
    • “Not that I can see [a campaign] in the next decade. I am … all politicked out.” — Santos [17:55]

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Protester Atmosphere:

  • “Many appeared elderly and frail. Several calling themselves grand tifa for a grandparent antifa member.” — Megyn Kelly [01:54]

• On Political Rhetoric:

  • “We need to get ourselves together and we might even need to be a little bit meaner because the Republicans don’t mind being mean.” — Protest Speaker [04:51]
  • “Of course we were mean. I am so tired of people saying, oh, but you know, it’s a terrible thing. No, Hitler is dead. I’m glad Hitler’s dead. Evil people have no place in, in my world.” — Protest Speaker [05:15]

• On Movement Funding:

  • “What they’ve built is an empire of tax exempt organizations doing the Democratic Party’s work on the taxpayer’s dime.” — Jennifer Pounds [08:15]

• On Gaza Ceasefire:

  • “Peace is not just the absence of violence, it is the presence of justice.” — Mehdi Hassan [07:43]

• On Museum Robbery:

  • “The theft committed at the Louvre is an attack on a heritage that we cherish because it is our history. We will recover the works and the perpetrators will be brought to justice.” — Emmanuel Macron [12:18]

• On Santos' Release:

  • “Thank you to President Trump for clemency and for having such an amazing will for second chances … I was the first person to ever go to federal prison for this type of civil FEC violation.” — George Santos [16:13]

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• [01:18] “No Kings” protest overview, lawmakers’ speeches
• [03:34] Lawmaker quotes at protest
• [04:51] Protest mood and rhetoric (“need to be meaner”)
• [07:25] Mehdi Hassan speech at D.C. rally
• [08:25] Funding: Indivisible, Soros Open Society, network of 265 organizations
• [09:47] Israel-Hamas ceasefire current events and US negotiations
• [10:48] Louvre jewelry heist overview and aftermath
• [12:37] Trump’s commutation of George Santos, background
• [16:13] George Santos’ Fox News interview post-release
• [17:07] George Santos on CNN—will not return to politics

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Conclusion

This episode typifies Megyn Kelly's sharp-edged analysis and skepticism. She weaves together threads of political organization, foreign policy, true crime, and legal intrigue. The episode offers an unvarnished, sometimes sardonic breakdown of the day’s news, blending headlines with subtext about power, accountability, and partisanship.
A must-listen for those wanting more than headlines—especially those interested in the intersection of activism, politics, and the performance of protest in America.

Transcript

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[B]

Good morning everyone. I'm Megyn Kelly. It's Monday, October 20, 2025 and this is your AM update.

[C]

No President Trump, we don't want you or any other king to rule us.

[B]

Millions turn out over the weekend for the anti Trump no Kings protests, including a bunch of the usual Democratic lawmakers as new reporting reveals who's funding the grassroots coalition, the Israel Hamas ceasefire facing a major test as US Officials prepare to begin negotiations on phase two of the peace plan and a small crew absconding with priceless jewels swiped from a world famous museum in broad daylight.

[D]

Thank you to President Trump for clemency and for having such an amazing will for second chances.

[B]

And former Congressman George Santos, freed from prison after a Trump commutation. All that and more coming up in just a moment on your AM Update as President Trump is settling into his new administration. One of the top Democrats in Congress aiming to undermine the Trump agenda is Democrat Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois. And according to our sponsor, the Electronic Payments Coalition, Senator Durbin has a new plan a government takeover of your credit card. Today, Americans have thousands of choices in credit cards, but they say Senator Durbin's plan will result in less competition and less security, which means more risk for your credit and your identity. You can learn more for yourself at guard your card.com and you could consider telling your senators to stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of your credit card before it's too late. The no Kings Coalition holding rallies in several cities on Saturday against the Trump administration, while new reporting reveals the groups and funding behind the movement. Protesters turning out across the country, registering a broad range of grievances against the White House. Many appeared elderly and frail. Several calling themselves grand tifa for a grandparent antifa member. Others wearing costumes and playing instruments. Democrat lawmakers seizing the spotlight, railing against what they call injustices under President Trump, casting themselves as defenders of democracy. Many were in tears. Here a sampling from US Senators Chris Murphy of Connecticut, Bernie Sanders of Vermont, and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts.

[C]

The truth is that Donald Trump is the most corrupt president in the history of the United States of America. We are not a people that can be ruled. Our government is not for sale. No President Trump. We don't want you or any other king to rule us. We will not move toward authoritarianism in America. We the people will rule.

[B]

Now, when you ask these Republicans about today, they claim a no Kings rally is anti American standing up to a wannabe dictator dictator.

[E]

That is patriotism.

[B]

One state senator from Connecticut, Saud Anwar, who is also a medical doctor, photographed holding a sign that read, quote, cholesterol, do your job. The calls for Trump to die were actually widespread at these rallies, from a young woman praying for it explicitly to an old man parading around in an 8647 shirt. Later today, the Megyn Kelly show will have a full report on the many abhorrent and hilarious displays from the this next clip gathered by the Daily Signal. Just a preview.

[E]

We need to get ourselves together and we might even need to be a little bit meaner because the Republicans don't mind being mean.

[B]

And by mean, what do you mean? Do you mean protesting?

[E]

Do you mean maybe we have to, I don't know, stop being so nice?

[B]

Okay. And I have to ask this because people on the other side are going to say that they feel like the Democrat Party has been mean recently with Charlie Kirk being assassinated.

[E]

They piece of garbage. Of course we were mean. I am so tired of people saying, oh, but you know, it's a terrible thing. No, Hitler is dead. I'm glad Hitler's dead. Evil people have no place in, in my world. He was a hateful human being. It was disgusting the things that he said and did. I have, I have, you know, I don't have time for that. I'm sorry, I have to point my energy in other directions.

[B]

This messaging was everywhere this weekend from the same party that wants to lecture you on racist text messages from some no name Republicans on a private text thread. Just as soon as they extract gop, tsk tsking of its own side, they resume their celebrations of political murder. I'll have a lot more to say on this later today. Behind the scenes a network of radical activist organizations and major donors funding and coordinating the no Kings Day movement. The Epoch Times reporting the New York City arm of the no Kings Day protest organized in part with support from Communist Party usa. The Daily Caller noting that Communist Party USA has on multiple occasions expressed support for former Cuban dictator Fidel Castro known for torturing and slaughtering thousands of people. A no King spokesperson telling the Epoch Times the group is only participating in New York and not hosting any other event and that their participation is, quote, not a reflection of the national arm. Investigative journalist Azra Nomani's Pearl Project finding anti Israel activist groups embedding themselves into the no Kings movement Nomani writing for Fox News, quote, the movement's polished pro democracy branding masks a coordinated network of democratic tax exempt nonprofits and labor unions, political action committees, coalitions and for profit protest consultants that includes some of the most malicious activists against Israel, including self declared socialist groups like the Party for Socialism and Liberation, Democratic Socialists of America and Students for a Democratic Society. Former MSNBC host Mehdi Hassan speaking at the no Kings rally in D.C. donald.

[C]

Trump, the man who uses Palestinian as a pejorative, as a slur, has no plan for Palestinian freedom, no plan for Palestinian statehood, no plan for justice for the Palestinians who have been massacred and starved and genocided and ethnically cleansed for the past two years. There is no peace in the Middle east because as Dr. King said, Peace is not just the absence of violence, it is the presence of justice. So these are dark times. Genocide abroad, fascism at home. Which is why it's so crucial that we gather, we organize, we rally like this, we mobilize, we pluralize, we bring people into the tent. We register voters, we defend voters. We become voters if we're not already. I have hope, I have faith that America can defeat this fascist threat, this authoritarian mania, this MAGA cult and save our freedoms. And I also have faith and hope that one day, one soon, the Palestinians will be free.

[B]

Progressive organizing group Indivisible, founded by husband and wife activists Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg, one of the key groups behind the day, reportedly receiving a $3 million grant from, you guessed it, George Soros Open Society Foundation. Indivisible is the same group responsible for organizing the anti elon Musk, anti Tesla protests and routinely orchestrating viral rowdy moments at GOP town halls. As reported by AM Update earlier this year, Nomani's Pearl Project cataloging organizers of 265 mostly nonprofit organizations behind no Kings Day. Jennifer Pounds known online as data Republican telling Nomani, quote, they call it no kings, but what they've built is an empire of tax exempt organizations doing the Democratic Party's work on the taxpayer's dime. The Israel Hamas ceasefire appearing to hold after a Sunday class clash. The US brokered truce, part of the White House's 20 point peace plan announced earlier this month, now entering its third week. On Sunday morning, two Israeli soldiers killed and three wounded in an attack in Rafah, Israel blaming Hamas for the attack. Hamas officials denying any involvement. Israel launching a wave of retaliatory strikes across dozens of targets. Hamas officials then accusing the Israelis of violating the agreement. Following the strikes, the Israeli military releasing a statement in accordance with the directive of the political echelon and after a series of significant strikes. The IDF has begun renewed enforcement of the ceasefire following its violation by the Hamas terror organization. Amid the Israeli bombardment, a Hamas official announcing the discovery of another hostage's remains warning escalating strikes by the Israelis could hinder the return of the body. 12 of the remaining 28 bodies have been returned so far. The complete return of all hostages. A pillar of phase one of the deal. Special envoy Steve Witkoff and peace plan negotiator Jared Kushner reportedly set to arrive in Israel today to begin negotiations on phase two of the peace deal. Vice President J.D. vance reportedly arriving tomorrow. Coming up, a daring heist pulled off in broad daylight. Four crooks making off with priceless jewelry from one of the world's most famous museums. And former Congressman George Santos is fresh out of prison thanks to President Trump. Flu season always seems to sneak up on us. One day everyone's fine and the next you've got someone sick at home and you're scrambling to find the right medication. Here's my advice. Don't wait until you're sick. Be ready ahead of time so you have what you need on hand when it matters most. Now there's all family pharmacy. They're different from the big chains. Their process is simple, straightforward and fast. Every order is reviewed by a licensed doctor. The prescription is included and you don't need insurance. 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The brazen act carried out at the world's largest museum, home to the Mona Lisa, among other priceless treasures, completed in just six to seven minutes. No injuries were reported. The mass robbers appearing unarmed but threatening security with angle grinder power tools typically used for cutting, grinding or sanding materials like metal or concrete. In total, two jewel cases targeted in the Apollo Gallery, which houses part of the French crown jewels. The team attempting to escape with nine objects but losing the crown of Napoleon III's wife in the process. Authorities recovering the crown containing more than 1300 diamonds, but reported it was broken. The stolen jewels including necklaces, earrings and a bow from the Napoleonic era. The museum closed in the wake of the robbery as investigators scour the scene for evidence. Prosecutor Bhikkhu saying investigators are not ruling out any theories, noting the motive could have been a commissioned theft for a collector, meaning there is a possibility the pieces could be recovered intact or they could be broken down by thieves only interested in the value of the stones and metals. French President Emmanuel Macron posting on X quote, the theft committed at the Louvre is an attack on a heritage that we cherish because it is our history. We will recover the works and the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The interior minister calling it, quote, a major robbery, saying the Louvre's security, already strengthened in recent years, will be reinforced again amid an already planned renovation project. President Trump on Friday commuting the sentence of former Republican U.S. congressman from New York, George Santos. Santos, just 84 days into a more than seven year prison sentence after pleading guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, released from a New Jersey federal prison late Friday night. Prosecutors accusing Santos of running multiple criminal schemes related to his 2022 congressional campaign, including falsifying campaign finance reports, stealing donor credit card information to make unauthorized charges as well. In December 2023, with less than one year in office, the congressman becoming just the sixth member in history to face expulsion from the House of Representatives over the accusations. The congressman also embroiled in controversy over multiple accusations of lying about his background, including an untrue Story about earning a volleyball scholarship, falsely claiming to have worked at Goldman Sachs and Citigroup and backing down from claims of being a, quote, proud American Jew, saying he never claimed to be Jewish, but was in fact Jewish. President Trump announcing the commutation on truth Social quote, george Santos was somewhat of a rogue, but there are many rogues throughout our country that are not forced to serve seven years in prison. Mr. Trump then comparing the case to that of Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal, who falsely claimed for years to have served in Vietnam. The president then continuing, quote, this is far worse than what George Santos did. And at least Santos had the courage, conviction and intelligence to always vote Republican. George has been in solitary confinement for long stretches of time and by all accounts has been horribly mistreated. Therefore, I just signed a commutation releasing George Santos from prison immediately. Good luck, George. Have a great life. The Washington Post reporting Mr. Santos was transferred to solitary confinement because of, quote, a threat to his life that was later deemed not viable by the FBI and the Bureau of Prisons Investigative Unit. Santos making the media rounds yesterday, first on Fox News.

[D]

Thank you to President Trump for clemency and for having such an amazing will for second chances. You know, I feel like it's justice served in a sense of, I've made some poor choices in my life, but nothing would warrant a insane, arbitrary sentence. When I spoke to President Trump yesterday, I told him my commitment would be to prison reform. Why shouldn't you have served out your full term? Look, Charlie, I understand people want to make this into a. He's getting away with it, right? I'm not getting away with it. I was the first person to ever go to federal prison for this type of civil FEC violation. These are usually solved and in penalties. And I don't want to focus on trying to rehash the past. I want to take this experience and do good and move on with the future.

[B]

CNN asking Santos if he's planning to mount a new bid for elected office.

[D]

Life is too short. I have been granted a second chance. I have made a very concise decision to apply that for good and use that to make amends with my community, with my friends, with my family, and those who I have left a sour taste in their mouth and hopefully one day get my critics to at least appreciate that I've turned around and done better with my life. This isn't about, you know, glitter stars and glam or going back to Congress. So it's really not. This is a very personal journey and road for me ahead. It is not going to be easy. It is. I am still a felon. I still wear the scorn of my poor choices and my poor decisions and I have to fight that myself.

[B]

Any future runs right now.

[D]

I'm 37 years old. I can tell you this. Not that I can see of in the next decade. I am. I'm all politicked out.

[B]

And that'll do it for your AM Update. I'm Megyn Kelly. Join me back here for the Megyn Kelly show live on SiriusXM Triumph show, channel 111 at noon east on YouTube.com megankelly and on all podcast platforms.

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