The Megyn Kelly Show: Detailed Summary

Episode: WH Shuts Down Amnesty Bill, Mamdani Snubbed in DC, Leaked Memo on Anti-Trump Bias: AM Update 7/18
Release Date: July 18, 2025
Host: Megyn Kelly
Platform: SiriusXM

1. White House Rejects Amnesty Legislation

Timeframe: [00:39] - [04:09]

Megyn Kelly opens the episode discussing the White House's firm stance against amnesty for illegal immigrants. Press Secretary Caroline Levitt addresses the administration's position, emphasizing President Trump's refusal to support any form of amnesty.

• Caroline Levitt at [03:45]:
  "The President has made it very clear he will not support amnesty for illegal aliens in any way."

This statement follows the introduction of the Dignity Act by Republican Congresswoman Maria Salazar, aiming to offer temporary protections to certain illegal immigrants without providing a pathway to citizenship. The bill includes measures such as funding for border enforcement, mandatory E-Verify, and asylum reforms.

• Congresswoman Salazar's Appeal at [03:45]:
  "Sir, I believe that you could be for immigration what Lincoln was for slavery and Reagan was for communism. It's in your hands, Mr. President. May the Lord guide you."

Despite claims from Salazar that the Dignity Act does not constitute amnesty—since it lacks a citizenship pathway—Levitt reaffirms the administration's opposition.

• Caroline Levitt at [04:09]:
  "From my understanding, the White House nor the President has actually read through this legislation... But the President has made it very clear he will not support amnesty for illegal aliens in any way."

2. President Trump's Health Clarified

Timeframe: [04:09] - [05:30]

Amidst the political discourse, Levitt addresses concerns regarding President Trump's health, prompted by recent media speculation.

• Caroline Levitt at [04:33]:
  "In recent weeks, President Trump noted mild swelling in his lower legs... This is a well known and benign side effect of aspirin therapy and the President remains in excellent health."

Levitt assures the public that the President's health issues are minor and have been thoroughly evaluated, dismissing rumors sparked by photographs and media reports.

3. Zoran Mamdani's Struggles in Washington D.C.

Timeframe: [05:30] - [08:25]

Megyn Kelly shifts focus to the political arena in New York City, highlighting the challenges faced by Democratic mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani. Unlike former Mayor Eric Adams, who received significant support from party leadership, Mamdani experiences a lukewarm reception in Washington D.C.

Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democrat from Uganda with a socialist platform, advocates for policies like rent freezes, city-run grocery stores, and replacing police with social workers for domestic violence calls. His stance on Israel has sparked controversy, particularly his insistence on potentially arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he were to visit New York.

• Zoran Mamdani's Statement at [07:33]:
  "I think what's difficult also is that the very word has been used by the Holocaust Museum when translating the Warsaw Ghetto uprising into Arabic... what we need to do is focus on keeping Jewish New Yorkers safe."

Mamdani's controversial remarks and perceived antisemitism have alienated parts of the Democratic base, leading to limited support from key figures like House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.

• Mamdani's Struggles:
  • Only 40 of 212 House Democrats attended a breakfast meeting hosted by Congresswoman AOC.
  • Senator Bernie Sanders advised Mamdani to moderate his rhetoric regarding Israel.

Recent polling from Harris X shows a tightening race, with Mamdani holding 26%, tying with independent candidates Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Lewa, while incumbent Mayor Eric Adams trails behind at 13%.

4. Leaked Memo Reveals Anti-Trump Bias in Federal Judiciary

Timeframe: [08:25] - [17:13]

A significant portion of the episode delves into investigative journalist Margo Cleveland's revelation of a leaked memo exposing potential biases within the federal judiciary against the Trump administration.

• Margo Cleveland at [11:03]:
  "The Judicial Conference... had a breakfast working meeting with Justice Roberts... Judge Boasberg expressed the concern... that the Trump administration would ignore the orders of the judges... leading to a constitutional crisis."

This memo suggests that Chief Judge James Boasberg and his colleagues harbor a predisposition against President Trump, potentially compromising their impartiality in ongoing litigations involving the administration.

• Margo Cleveland at [12:00]:
  "Judge Boasberg and his colleagues had a predisposition against the Trump administration... there was a bond bias about that party."

Cleveland highlights the irony wherein Judge Boasberg, who claims skepticism about the administration's respect for court orders, later issued an unlawful ruling against Trump by ordering the cessation of deportation flights to El Salvador.

• Margo Cleveland at [13:54]:
  "It's extremely ironic... it wasn't Trump who was violating the law. It was actually Judge Boasberg."

The episode further explores Deputy Attorney General Emil Bovey's confirmation hearing, where allegations arose that he advised DOJ attorneys to "ignore certain court orders." While Attorney General Pam Bondi and Senator Chuck Grassley defend Bovey, Cleveland presents internal DOJ communications suggesting otherwise.

• Margo Cleveland at [16:25]:
  "If he was seeking to disregard court's orders, there would have been no reason for that directive to be given... it's the courts that are the ones who are the ones going rogue and entering lawless orders."

Cleveland concludes that the judiciary's actions indicate a fundamental lack of impartiality, questioning the courts' ability to uphold justice in cases involving the Trump administration.

5. Conclusion

Megyn Kelly wraps up the episode by highlighting the ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the federal judiciary, emphasizing the potential ramifications of judicial biases on the administration's agenda. She also underscores the challenges faced by Democratic candidates like Zoran Mamdani in gaining party support amidst internal divisions.

Notable Quotes

• Caroline Levitt:
  "The President has made it very clear he will not support amnesty for illegal aliens in any way." [03:45]

• Zoran Mamdani:
  "I think what we need to do is focus on keeping Jewish New Yorkers safe." [07:33]

• Margo Cleveland:
  "Judge Boasberg and his colleagues had a predisposition against the Trump administration." [12:00]
  "It's the courts that are the ones who are going rogue and entering lawless orders." [16:25]

• Senator Chuck Grassley:
  "Most of the emails reflect internal legal debate about how to interpret and apply court orders..." [16:25]

This comprehensive summary encapsulates the pivotal discussions from "The Megyn Kelly Show" episode aired on July 18, 2025, providing insights into the White House's immigration stance, internal Democratic Party dynamics, and alleged judiciary biases affecting the Trump administration.