In a recent episode of the podcast "I've Had It," hosted by a group of Democratic women, Jen Psaki, former White House press secretary under President Joe Biden and current MSNBC host, made a controversial remark about Vice President JD Vance and his wife, second lady Usha Vance.
The comment, which was later described as "disturbing" by a Fox News host, has sparked a wave of criticism from conservative circles.
According to Western Journal, Psaki, during the podcast, referred to Vance as a "little Manchurian candidate" who "wants to be president more than anything else." She went on to express her curiosity about the thoughts of Vance's wife, saying, "I always wonder whats going on in the mind of his wife. Like, If youre OK please blink four times. Come over here. Well save you.'"
Psaki's comments, which also included her describing Vance as "scarier in some ways" than President Donald Trump due to his youth, have drawn substantial backlash from conservatives. On Fox News Fox & Friends, co-hosts Lawrence Jones and Brian Kilmeade, along with news anchor Carley Shimkus, were among those who condemned Psaki's remarks.
Shimkus described the comment as "disturbing," while Kilmeade expressed his disbelief at Psaki's audacity to comment on someone else's relationship. Jones echoed these sentiments, questioning how anyone could dare to comment on the vice president and second ladys relationship as if she were being held hostage.
An unnamed White House official reportedly dismissed Psaki as a dumba** and moron, according to Newsweek. The podcast episode, titled Devil Wears MAGA, further stirred the pot by featuring a description that read: Usha Vance, please blink twice if you need help.
The podcast's hosts have been known for their controversial remarks. Last week, they referred to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt as KKKaroline. Such comments have led to accusations of racism and have been met with widespread criticism.
The liberal perspective, as demonstrated by the podcast hosts, seems to struggle with the reality of a conservative, Catholic vice president married to a Hindu second lady. The hosts' comments suggest that they view the Vances marriage as a hostage situation, rather than accepting the possibility of a harmonious and respectful interfaith relationship.
This incident also highlights a recurring theme of personal attacks on conservative women by their liberal counterparts. Both Leavitt and Usha Vance, who are accomplished individuals in their own right, have been targeted by these attacks.
The underlying issue appears to be more about personal animosity than political disagreement, with the focus being on personal attributes rather than policy or ideology.
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