Stephen A Smith advises Democrats to remain silent following their election loss and spending scandal.

Stephen A Smith advises Democrats to remain silent following their election loss and spending scandal.
Stephen A Smith advises Democrats to remain silent following their election loss and spending scandal.

Stephen A. Smith, an ESPN pundit, gave Democrats a straightforward message after their Election Day loss to President-elect Donald Trump and the Republican Party.

On the latest episode of "The Stephen A. Smith Show" on Monday, Smith stated that Democrats had the advantage after Trump missed an opportunity following an assassination attempt, but they ultimately failed to seize it.

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Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a concession speech after the 2024 presidential election on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. (AP/Jacquelyn Martin)

Smith stated that Trump's victory was not solely about him winning, but also because people called them hypocrites and full of it, and they couldn't be trusted any more than Trump could be. This proved them right, as they had nothing.

If you are the Democratic Party, my advice to you is to remain silent. Wait for him to be inaugurated on January 20th, which will make him the 47th president of the United States, and then evaluate him based on his actions. Avoid discussing the past.

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Stephen A. Smith reacts on the ESPN "NBA Countdown" live set at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on Oct. 23, 2024. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)

"Every time you mention something now or something comes up, you look worse. Donald Trump is entering office looking good because of your actions and conduct, which led you to lean onto extremes and engage in culture and identity politics, wokeness, and other issues. You look bad."

President Biden's reasoning for pardoning his son, Hunter, led to him putting his foot in his mouth once again, which caused a healthy portion of America to be done with him.

The talking-head criticized the party for its spending habits during the election season, specifically its payments to Rev. Al Sharpton's National Action Network and Oprah Winfrey's production company for a campaign event, which he deemed unnecessary since the party was going to vote for Harris regardless.

The Harris campaign began in full swing in August, following Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race due to growing concerns about his cognitive abilities and age. Despite raising approximately $1.4 billion during her brief tenure as the Democratic nominee, reports suggest that the campaign is facing a $20 million debt.

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Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, right, visits the Old San Juan Cafe restaurant with restaurant owner Diana de La Rosa and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., left, during a campaign stop in Reading, Pennsylvania, on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

"Smith stated that Kamala Harris, her campaign, and the Democrats are a separate issue. He questioned the sincerity of their support, stating that they paid people who supported them before the interview. Smith wondered what the incentive could be for this, suggesting that they may have avoided asking difficult questions and instead asked easier ones. He also pointed out that the interviews were likely to be pleasant and comfortable, which made no sense."

Planet Chronicle’ Emma Colton contributed to this report.

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