Meghan McCain reveals why she asked Trump for permission to visit the White House

Politics
25 Apr 2026 • 3:10 AM MYT
The Independent
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Meghan McCain reveals why she asked Trump for permission to visit the White House

  • Meghan McCain revealed an "olive branch" extended by Donald Trump, despite her past criticisms of his remarks about her late father, Senator John McCain.
  • Speaking on her podcast "Citizen McCain" with Lara Trump, McCain disclosed this gesture for the first time.
  • The gesture involved Trump granting her permission to attend Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation at the White House.
  • McCain explained that there were prior discussions about the appropriateness of her attendance and whether Trump would approve.
  • She recounted having to seek his permission and receiving the "kindest message" in response.

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