Watch: CNN’s Scott Jennings Gets ‘Caught Up in the Moment’ When Trump Calls Him to Rally Podium

Conservative News DailyApril 30, 2025

At a rally in Warren, Michigan, celebrating President Donald Trump’s first 100 days into his second term, conservative political strategist Scott Jennings was unexpectedly called to the stage by Trump. As he attempted to make light-hearted jokes about his liberal counterparts, Jennings mistakenly phrased a line, saying, “put a place to put them all,” which led to some awkwardness but ultimately elicited laughter from the audience. Following the speech, Jennings acknowledged his gaffe on social media with humor. Known for his sharp wit, Jennings has gained a following for his effective debates on CNN, where he frequently counters liberal arguments with pointed critiques. His background includes serving as an adviser to Mitch McConnell and being a founding partner of a public relations firm. Despite the occasional slip, Jennings’ fearless debating style and ability to engage have reinforced his status as a rising star in conservative circles.

At a raucous Trump rally marking the first 100 days of the president’s second term, CNN contributor Scott Jennings found himself in the spotlight — and slightly off script.

The event, broadcast live on Fox News’ “The Ingraham Angle,” drew thousands to Warren, Michigan, on Tuesday night.

Jennings, a conservative political strategist, was then called to the podium by President Donald Trump during the high-energy celebration. The crowd roared as Jennings joined Trump on stage, a moment that quickly went viral across social media platforms like X.

“Scott Jennings, really great,” Trump said as he introduced Jennings.

Taking the microphone, Jennings attempted to deliver a humorous jab at his liberal counterparts on CNN.

“Michigan, we were flying in here today, and I said, ‘Look at these farms. I gotta get a farm in Michigan,’” Jennings began, setting up his punchline.

He continued, “Because when you own as many libs as I do, you got to put a place to put them all. Thank you all very much.”

The crowd erupted in laughter and cheers, but Jennings’ delivery stumbled slightly with the awkward phrasing “put a place to put them.”

The flub, likely meant to be “got to have a place” or “need,” didn’t go unnoticed by Jennings himself.

Later that evening, he took to X to the clip and own the flub in a moment of light self-deprecation.

“I got caught up in the moment,” Jennings posted, alongside a laughing emoji.

I got caught up in the moment 🤣 pic.twitter.com/eEe8vcDlwW

— Scott Jennings (@ScottJenningsKY) April 29, 2025

The gaffe was uncharacteristic for Jennings, who is known for his sharp-witted debates on CNN.

Jennings has become a rising star on the right over the past year, largely due to his nightly — and reportedly well-paid — appearances on CNN, where he frequently takes on liberal panelists with pointed critiques.

His fearless style has earned him a loyal following among conservatives.

Jennings’ sharp responses often leave his co-panelists at a loss for words — or worse.

One of his most reliable tactics is often just dredging back up peoples’ actual words to use against them.

And sometimes, he just likes to troll a bit, often to critical acclaim from the right.

Jennings’ rise hasn’t been limited to television. A former adviser to Sen. Mitch McConnell and a veteran of George W. Bush’s administration, he’s also a founding partner of RunSwitch Public Relations, frequently writes columns for various publications, and has a podcast.