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The reaction from political commentators and figures has been mixed. Some have engaged directly with Shanahan's statements, questioning her effectiveness and dismissing her concerns. For instance, a tweet referring to Shanahan's looks aimed to undermine her credibility, characterizing her as "this bird"—an attempt to trivialize her influence by focusing on her appearance rather than her political convictions. This reflects a broader trend where women's political statements are sometimes diminished via their looks, raising questions about gender biases in political discourse.