Meghan McCain has recently disclosed a significant improvement in her relationship with President Donald Trump, attributing this change to a "peace offering" extended by the President shortly after the previous Christmas.
This development marks a notable shift in their previously tumultuous relationship, which was strained by Trump's past criticisms of McCain's father, the late Senator John McCain of Arizona. The President had openly expressed his disapproval of the senator, stating in 2019 that he was "never a fan."
As reported by The Washington Examiner, McCain, who refrained from endorsing either President Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming 2024 election, chose instead to cast a write-in vote for her father. Despite her earlier criticisms, McCain has recently acknowledged some of Trump's actions positively.
In December, she publicly supported Trump's stance on the United States reclaiming control of the Panama Canal, a matter of personal significance to her, given her father's birth in the Panama Canal Zone. Following her endorsement, McCain received a text message informing her of a "really lovely letter" from Trump, expressing gratitude for her support.
In a conversation on The Sage Steele Show, McCain recounted the letter, stating, "And he signed it and said like, thank you, Meghan, I dont remember exactly what he said, it was like, thank you, Meghan, thank you for your support, good luck, from President Trump, or something like that." She described her reaction as one of surprise, interpreting the gesture as a "kind of a little bit of a peace offering."
McCain further elaborated on the positive exchanges she has had with the President, noting a "wild" transformation in their relationship. She sought insight from her friend, National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard, regarding this change. Gabbard suggested that the President's perspective might have shifted following an assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024. McCain shared, "And not just her, but many people around him have told me that like, he has a different worldview right now, so I have experienced that certainly right now."
In addition to her personal interactions with Trump, McCain has expressed approval of the "vibe" emanating from the Trump administration in the White House and throughout Washington, D.C. She contrasted the energy of different administrations, noting that while former President Joe Biden appeared "very old" and low-energy, Trump exudes "a little more wild" energy that permeates the district.
The assassination attempt on President Trump, which occurred mere days before the 2024 Republican National Convention, has been a pivotal moment in his campaign. Reflecting on the incident, Trump recounted how he narrowly avoided serious injury, remarking, "Im not supposed to be here."
In an interview with Byron York of The Washington Examiner, Trump confirmed that the attempt on his life had indeed altered the course of his campaign, responding with a definitive "yes" when asked about its impact.
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