Tuesday Jan 7th 2025 - The Joe Mangiacotti Show

Opening Statement

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The Joe Mangiacotti Show on this January 7th, 2025.
Tonight, we have some crucial topics to discuss—topics that demand our attention, regardless
of political leanings.
First up, President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his firm stance on Hamas and the
ongoing hostage crisis. In a recent radio interview, Trump made it crystal clear: if those
hostages aren’t freed by the time he takes office on January 20th, “there will be hell to pay.”
His resolve stands strong, with the implications of such a statement leaving many to wonder
what actions might follow. Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently
admitted that pressure from the U.S. and visible “public daylight” between the U.S. and Israel
have emboldened Hamas, causing setbacks in any potential cease-fire and hostage deals.
Blinken’s admission shines a spotlight on the delicate diplomacy and the consequences of
foreign policy decisions that resonate beyond our borders.
We’ll also be exploring the growing tensions within our own government—where even
members of Congress like Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer are now calling for Israel’s
government to fall. Can this divisive rhetoric lead to a more peaceful Middle East, or is it just a
way for politicians to pander to their bases as they prepare for elections?
Closer to home, we’ll turn our attention to some domestic stories, including the defamation
trial against CNN, which has caught many by surprise. From legal experts like Alan Dershowitz
challenging the prosecution to the growing public distrust in the media, we’ll examine how this
case could potentially reshape how media outlets report on public figures—and whether this
trend is a harbinger of more legal battles to come.
And with just days until his inauguration, President-elect Trump has a full plate ahead of him.
From foreign policy challenges to the legal and political ramifications here at home, there’s no
shortage of pressing issues. But Trump, as always, remains unflinching in his message: America
must be strong, steadfast, and ready to face whatever comes next.
So stay with us for the next hour. We’ll break down these stories, speak truth to power, and as
always—take a commonsense, fair, and intelligent approach to what’s happening around us.
You’re tuned in to The Joe Mangiacotti Show.