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Podcast: The Smerconish Podcast
Episode: What Trump Should Have Said: Lanny Davis on The Art Of Damage Control
Description: Michael is joined by attorney and crisis manager Lanny Davis to discuss how President Trump should have addressed his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Davis shares his timeless communication strategy—“Tell it early, tell it all, tell it yourself”—and how Trump’s handling of the situation may be doing more political damage than the facts themselves. A compelling look at legal denial, political fallout, and crisis management in the spotlight. Original air date 24 July 2025.