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Melissa Mackenzie

Melissa Mackenzie is Publisher of The American Spectator. Melissa commentates for the BBC and has appeared on Fox. Her work has been featured at The Guardian, PJ Media, and was a front page contributor to RedState.Melissa commutes from Houston, Texas to Alexandria, VA. She lives in Houston with her two sons, one daughter, and two diva rescue cats.You can follow Ms. Mackenzie on Twitter: @MelissaTweets.
by and | Apr 24, 2025

As the Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers continue to investigate and deport illegal immigrants, the Left is defending and protecting these criminals, many of whom have gang affiliations. (READ MORE: Democrats Hill to Die On: Illegal Immigrant Abrego Garcia) In…

by and | Apr 23, 2025

The Trump administration recently redesigned the COVID.gov website, exposing the origins of COVID and the government leaders behind the extensive cover-up. (READ MORE: Never Forget What They Did to Us Five Years Ago) J. Michael Waller, a senior analyst at the…

by and | Apr 18, 2025

“This Holy Week, Melania and I join in prayer with Christians celebrating the crucifixion and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ — the living Son of God who conquered death, freed us from sin, and unlocked the gates…

by and | Apr 17, 2025

Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez, Kerianne Flynn, Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyen, and Gayle King claim to have made a groundbreaking achievement — after spending 11 minutes as passengers on a Blue Origin space flight. (READ MORE: Katy Perry Went to Space….

by and | Apr 16, 2025

Researchers in Australia reported that there are adverse effects on the environment caused by a man’s best friend. Senior editor of The American Spectator Daniel Flynn joins The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay to discuss the unfounded claims that dogs are harming…

by and | Apr 10, 2025

While countries worldwide begin to negotiate to end President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, China’s tariff retaliation resulted in Trump pushing additional tariffs on the country. (READ MORE: Trumping China)  In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott…

by and | Apr 9, 2025

Our neighbors across the Atlantic are going through drastic political and social changes, but not for the better. The American Spectator contributing editor S.A. McCarthy joins hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on The Spectacle Podcast to discuss all things Ireland and Europe. Sam…

by and | Apr 3, 2025

Netflix’s current top show, Adolescence, is a chilling tale of a teenage boy who is accused of murdering his female classmate. The show spiked in popularity due to the underlying emphasis on larger issues, such as “toxic masculinity” and violence. (RELATED: Five…

by and | Apr 2, 2025

Europe’s over-reliance on the United States to fight its battles has got to end. (READ MORE: Europe Is No Longer Worth Defending)  Townhall senior editor Kurt Schlichter joins hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on The Spectacle Podcast to discuss why the United States…

by and | Mar 28, 2025

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that bolsters election integrity at the federal level. (RELATED: Five Quick Things: The Party of Vote Fraud) Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on this episode of The Spectacle Podcast as they discuss the implications…

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