Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid on Tuesday called on president-elect Trump to rescind his appointment of Steve Bannon as chief strategist. Trump’s selection of the former head of Breitbart News, a website associated with white nationalism and anti-Semitism, has sparked harsh criticism. Forum discusses the “alt-right” movement, Steve Bannon and what his appointment means for the Trump presidency and hopes for unifying an increasingly divided America.
Democratic Leaders Demand Trump Rescind Steve Bannon Appointment
Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid on Tuesday called on president-elect Trump to rescind his appointment of Steve Bannon as chief strategist. Trump's selection of the former head of Breitbart News, a website associated with white nationalism and anti-Semitism, has sparked harsh criticism. Forum discusses the "alt-right" movement, Steve Bannon and what his appointment means for the Trump presidency and hopes for unifying an increasingly divided America.
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Then Trump campaign CEO Steve Bannon exits an elevator in the lobby of Trump Tower, November 11, 2016 in New York City. (Photo: Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
Guests:
Joshua Green, senior national correspondent, Bloomberg Businessweek
Ian Tuttle, Thomas L Rhodes Fellow, National Review Institute
David Folkenflik, media correspondent, NPR News