What Got CUT From CBS' Netanyahu Interview, Plus Spencer Pratt's Secret Ingredient, with Michael Knowles | Ep. 1314

The Megyn Kelly Show1h 41mMay 11, 2026

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In this episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, host Megyn Kelly dissects the full, unedited 70-minute interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that was released by CBS after the network aired a heavily edited 12-minute segment on 60 Minutes. Kelly argues that CBS omitted key portions of the interview—such as Netanyahu's candid admission that he warned Trump about the risks and uncertainties of military action in Iran, and his acknowledgment that neither Israel nor the U.S. anticipated Iran’s ability to seize control of the Strait of Hormuz. She criticizes CBS for downplaying the role of Israel’s military actions and propaganda efforts, including the $900,000 influencer campaign known as Project Esther, which paid social media influencers up to $7,000 per post to promote pro-Israel narratives. Kelly also highlights the network’s apparent bias, pointing to CBS’s CEO Barry Weiss, who she claims has a strong pro-Israel agenda and has engaged in censorship of critical voices. The episode further examines the political fallout from the Iran war, including President Trump’s frustration with the ceasefire, the Republican redistricting wins in Virginia, and the surprising momentum of reality TV star Spencer Pratt’s mayoral campaign in Los Angeles. Kelly expresses skepticism about Pratt’s chances in a deeply blue city but praises his authenticity and anti-establishment appeal. The episode concludes with a scathing critique of a bizarre sexual harassment lawsuit against JPMorgan executive Lorna Hajdini, which Kelly and guest Michael Knowles dismiss as implausible and likely fabricated, citing absurd details like the use of Rohypnol and Viagra in a single encounter and the use of the term 'cannons' to describe breasts—terms Kelly asserts are not used by women.

Key Takeaways
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CBS heavily edited Netanyahu’s 60 Minutes interview, omitting key admissions about risk, uncertainty, and Iran’s unexpected control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Israel has run a $900,000 influencer campaign (Project Esther) paying up to $7,000 per post to shape social media narratives in its favor.

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Spencer Pratt’s mayoral campaign in L.A. is gaining traction despite being dismissed by mainstream media, highlighting a growing appetite for anti-establishment candidates.

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The Iran war is a major political wildcard for the 2026 midterms, with Trump’s declining enthusiasm and Iran’s strategic use of the Strait of Hormuz creating instability.

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The JPMorgan harassment lawsuit is widely dismissed as implausible, with Kelly and Knowles citing absurd details and a pattern of short job tenures as red flags.

Chapters
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2 min

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2:00
3 min

Mother's Day Reflections & Family Moments

Megyn Kelly shares heartfelt reflections on Mother’s Day, celebrating her children’s role in tracking the show and expressing gratitude for family time.

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5 min

CBS' Netanyahu Interview: What Was Cut

We've given them a new tool even more powerful than a nuke. That's what this war has done to Iran. And if you don't think that's empowering, you haven't been paying attention.

Highlight
10:00
5 min

Israel’s Social Media War & Project Esther

It was called Project Esther. In addition, by the way, this same publication, Responsible Statecraft, broke the news... that Brad Parscale... registered as a foreign agent for Israel.

Highlight
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5 min

Trump’s Iran War Frustration & the Ceasefire

Trump expresses deep dissatisfaction with the current ceasefire, calling it 'on life support,' while Kelly and Knowles debate the political and military realities of ending the war.

High-Impact Quotes
This is our opinion that this man is making this up. No woman has referred to her breasts as cannons.
Michael Knowles95:05
Viral: 90.0
We've given them a new tool even more powerful than a nuke. That's what this war has done to Iran. And if you don't think that's empowering, you haven't been paying attention.
Megyn Kelly12:10
Viral: 85.0
It was called Project Esther. In addition, by the way, this same publication, Responsible Statecraft, broke the news... that Brad Parscale... registered as a foreign agent for Israel.
Megyn Kelly34:53
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Host

Megyn Kelly

Guest

Michael Knowles
Topics Discussed
Israel-Iran Conflict95%Media Bias and Censorship90%Social Media Propaganda85%Political Redistricting80%Spencer Pratt's Mayoral Campaign75%JPMorgan Harassment Lawsuit70%Trump's Iran War Strategy65%Political Identity and Free Speech60%
People & Brands

Benjamin Netanyahu

person

25xNeutral

CBS

organization

18xNegative

Megyn Kelly

person

15xPositive

Spencer Pratt

person

14xPositive

Michael Knowles

person

12xPositive

60 Minutes

other

10xNegative

Barry Weiss

person

8xNegative

Karen Bass

person

8xNegative

JPMorgan Chase

organization

6xNeutral

Chirayu Rana

person

6xNegative

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