A shift in political allegiance is making waves as a lifelong Democrat decided to change parties following President Donald Trump’s recent address to Congress. This transformation was shared by podcast host Mark Halperin, who received an email from a viewer dissatisfied with the conduct of leftist lawmakers during Trump’s speech.
Halperin, facing significant backlash over this revelation, took to his “2Way Tonight” program to explain the context. “I recommend you read it,” he commented on the email, emphasizing the growing support for Trump.
The viewer communicated her decision to Halperin, stating, “I watched the speech last night and 2 Way this morning. I’m a Democrat, my immediate family and siblings are Democrats, we didn’t vote for Trump. Last night for me was my breaking point.”
She described her distress as she and her husband observed fellow Democrats’ reactions during the honoring of Laken Riley’s family and a young cancer survivor. This was her tipping point, prompting her to switch parties. Her family’s personal experiences with assault and cancer fueled her decision.
Plenty of Democrats are steadfast in their defense of the conduct of their party’s members of Congress in the chamber last night during Donald Trump’s speech, mostly justifying what was done in protest by pointing to the president’s own conduct and policies.
— Mark Halperin (@MarkHalperin)
March 5, 2025
Feeling disillusioned, the viewer equated the lawmakers’ behavior to a villain reveal in Scooby-Doo, cementing her decision. She was particularly appalled by MSNBC commentator Nicole Wallace’s remarks on Trump’s tribute to cancer survivor Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel.
Wallace insensitively commented on DJ’s future in law enforcement, a statement Scott Jennings criticized as one of the worst cable news moments.
One of the worst cable news moments I’ve ever seen.
— Scott Jennings (@ScottJenningsKY)
March 5, 2025
Expressing her disgust, the viewer questioned, “Who are these people? They don’t represent me anymore.” Despite personal reservations about Trump, she admitted supporting some of his initiatives.
She confessed her struggle with the Democratic Party’s current stance, noting her priorities have shifted. Acknowledging it feels like a relief, she concluded, “I can’t say I’m MAGA … but I know now after last night I am no longer a Democrat.”
Halperin noted, “There’s a reason why [Trump] won, for the first time, the popular vote,” emphasizing the disconnect between the Democrats and public sentiment on various issues.
A CBS/YouGov poll mirrored this sentiment, showing 76% approval for Trump’s speech, with strong backing for his policies on immigration and government spending.
CBS News/YouGov Poll – After Trump’s Speech
– 77% support his plan to cut government waste and spending
– 77% back his immigration and border policies
– 76% approve of Trump’s speech
– 76% approve of removing congressmen who interrupted his speech
– 74% say his speech was…— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok)
March 5, 2025
This impactful night for President Trump seems to be drawing more people to his cause, as evidenced by Halperin’s shared email, indicating a potential shift in political landscapes.
