Megyn Kelly didn’t hold back when addressing a fiery moment on CNN’s NewsNight, where former White House staffer Ashley Allison erupted over claims that she earns less than her white male colleagues.
During Kelly’s show on Friday, she took aim at the dramatic exchange, calling the discussion a “race-obsessed yelling match” and questioning Allison’s arguments.
The heated conversation took place during CNN’s Thursday night panel, where Allison, 42, clashed with political commentator Scott Jennings and panelist Arthur Aidala over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
As tensions escalated, Allison made bold claims about systemic pay disparities, insisting that despite her impressive educational background—including a law degree, a master’s degree, and two bachelor’s degrees—she has always been the lowest-paid employee in every workplace.
Kelly Questions the Basis of Allison’s Argument
Kelly, known for her sharp commentary, quickly dismantled Allison’s claims, questioning whether race and gender were truly the reasons behind her lower salary.
“She thinks she’s oppressed. Poor her—because she’s a Black woman, we’re supposed to feel sorry for her,” Kelly remarked, expressing skepticism about Allison’s perspective.
The former Fox News anchor didn’t stop there, suggesting that other factors could have contributed to Allison’s earnings.
“How does she know it’s because of her race and gender? Maybe she was the youngest. Maybe she had the least experience.
Maybe—just maybe—she just wasn’t that talented,” Kelly said bluntly.
“Not a Star” Comment Raises Eyebrows
Kelly continued her critique, arguing that Allison’s lack of career advancement might have more to do with her skills than discrimination.
“She’s saying she doesn’t get the same opportunities, but has she ever considered that maybe she’s just not a star?” Kelly added.
She even took a jab at Allison’s past work with the Biden-Harris campaign and the Obama administration, suggesting that despite her credentials, she might not have stood out enough to warrant a higher salary or more prominent roles.
The Debate Over CNN’s Panel Dynamics
Beyond Allison’s remarks, Kelly took issue with the panel’s composition, pointing out that Jennings, who she described as “the only fair guy at CNN,” was ambushed by a group of commentators that included two Black women, two white men, and one white woman.
“You’d think it was 1949 with the way they were talking,” Kelly quipped, criticizing the panel’s discussion as overly focused on racial grievances despite the professional success of those involved.
She didn’t spare CNN anchor Abby Phillip either, implying that she, too, was pushing a misleading narrative.
“I guarantee Abby Phillip is making over a million dollars, yet she’s out here—like Michelle Obama—still trying to convince us that America is a racist, sexist country that won’t pay her what she’s worth,” Kelly said.
Connecting the Debate to Trump’s Policies
Toward the end of her remarks, Kelly shifted the focus to former President Donald Trump’s decision to roll back DEI initiatives, arguing that such policies have unfairly victimized white people, particularly white men.
She suggested that CNN’s panelists were using the moment to continue portraying themselves as victims, despite what she sees as clear public opposition to such narratives.
“This was their opportunity to stand up and say, ‘We’re victims,’ even though the country has already rejected this kind of thinking,” Kelly concluded.
A Conversation That’s Far From Over
Kelly’s comments have ignited further discussion about pay equity, DEI policies, and whether systemic discrimination is still a significant factor in workplace salaries.
While some viewers praised her for challenging the narrative, others accused her of dismissing legitimate concerns about racial and gender disparities.
One thing is certain: this debate isn’t going away anytime soon.
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