Megyn Kelly Gets Extra Catty Naming 1 MAGA Princess She Hopes Gets ‘Subpoenaed’ First
Megyn Kelly, on her podcast, brands Alina Habba a grifter and predicts she’ll be among the first subpoenaed by a Democratic-controlled Congress, framing Habba as emblematic of post–Trump legal conflicts. The critique centers on Habba’s lucrative arrangements, including a disputed Concord Partners contract worth tens of millions while she advised Trump, and alleged involvement with a pardon for Venezuelan businessman Julio Herrera Velutini. The Times report fueling the ire alleged Habba’s ongoing DOJ work concurrent with Herrera’s pardon, prompting Trump’s anger and Habba’s subsequent firing. The episode signals broader scrutiny of Trump-aligned lawyers and the financial incentives tied to hush-hush legal strategies. Looking ahead, the discourse suggests continued investigations and reputational and legal fallout for associates linked to the Trump circle.
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Kelly labeled Habba a ‘grifter’ and argued she attached herself to Trump to gain prominence, citing multiple events as evidence of opportunistic behavior.
She asserted Habba is likely to be among the first subpoena targets from the new Democratic Congress, framing future investigations as part of a broader accountability push.
The critique highlighted Habba’s reported earnings under a Concord Partners arrangement, which was described as guaranteeing over $50 million over four years, equating to roughly $10 million annually plus bonuses.
A New York Times report claimed Habba was still advising the DOJ when Venezuelan billionaire Julio Herrera Velutini sought a pardon, despite Herrera’s already lenient plea deal, raising questions about conflicts of interest.
Herrera’s family allegedly funneled significant political support to Trump–aligned entities, including a $3.5 million donation to a Trump-tied super PAC, as part of efforts tied to Habba’s engagement at Concord.
Following the revelation, Trump reportedly demanded Habba stop being paid and suggested her funds be redirected to his presidential library; Habba was subsequently fired from Concord but retained a portion of her compensation.
Habba denied having any role in the pardon, and indicated possible legal action, while Kelly pressed for congressional scrutiny and warned of further investigations into Trump’s circle.