While Praising Palin, McCain Calls Her 'Irrelevant'

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In the midst of lavishing praise on his former running mate Sunday, Sen. John McCain said Sarah Palin is "irrelevant." In an interview with NBC's David Gregory on "Meet the Press," McCain came to Palin's defense, saying she is "what the Republican Party needs to regain power in the midterms and ultimately in 2012." He also said he continues to have a "wonderful relationship" with her and that he enjoyed her book in spite of the negative things it has to say about his campaign.

But while he was handing out high praise, McCain wedged in what could be interpreted as a jab at Palin.

"I am entertained every time I see these people attack her and attack her and attack her. She's irrelevant, but they continue to attack her. I am so proud of her and the work that she is doing," McCain said.

A McCain spokesman later said the senator meant that the media believes her to be irrelevant.

Video: John McCain on "Meet the Press," December 6

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