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fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

Very Bad!' Former Trump Advisor Skewers President for Stepping On His Own Message' With Jesus Meme

David Urban criticized Trump's Jesus meme as offensive and detrimental to political strategy, emphasizing the importance of unity in politics.
#trump
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

CNN Reporter Gets Hammered by Trump Critics for Giving Thanks' to Trump Envoy Witkoff

Critics condemned CNN's Frederik Pleitgen for praising Trump's envoy after a controversial ceasefire announcement amid conflicting narratives on the situation with Iran.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Seethes at Murdoch-Owned Wall Street Journal: One of the Worst'

Trump criticized The Wall Street Journal's editorial board for calling his victory declaration in Iran premature, asserting it was a legitimate victory.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

Commentary: Trump says in his social media post he was a doctor, not Jesus. A Catholic school alum weighs in

President Trump's social media post attempts to portray him as a doctor, but lacks traditional representations of medical professionals.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 hours ago

VIBE CHECK': Politico's Dasha Burns Shares Memes From WH Insiders Venting Frustration With Trump

Trump faces backlash for posting a controversial image of himself as Jesus while attacking the Pope, leading to memes illustrating White House frustration.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Brian Kilmeade Sounds the Alarm on Trump-Iran Talks: We Can't Let It End the Way It Is Right Now'

Concerns arise over potential peace talks between Trump and Iran, emphasizing the need for a strong stance against Iranian influence.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

CNN's Dana Bash Flatly Rejects Trump's Blasphemy Denial: I'm Not Christian, and I See That's Jesus'

Dana Bash rejected Trump's claim that a meme depicted him as a doctor, not Jesus, after he faced backlash for the post.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

CNN Reporter Gets Hammered by Trump Critics for Giving Thanks' to Trump Envoy Witkoff

Critics condemned CNN's Frederik Pleitgen for praising Trump's envoy after a controversial ceasefire announcement amid conflicting narratives on the situation with Iran.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Seethes at Murdoch-Owned Wall Street Journal: One of the Worst'

Trump criticized The Wall Street Journal's editorial board for calling his victory declaration in Iran premature, asserting it was a legitimate victory.
#mark-levin
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fox's Mark Levin Smacks Around WSJ Over Criticism of Trump: Six Guys Sitting in a Skyscraper'

Mark Levin defended President Trump's approach to Iran, dismissing criticism from The Wall Street Journal as irrelevant and emphasizing Trump's decisive actions against nuclear threats.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Mark Levin Has Lost All Confidence in Mark Levin

Mark Levin's recent comments reveal uncertainty about Trump's Iran policy, contrasting his usual certainty and influence on foreign policy decisions.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fox's Mark Levin Smacks Around WSJ Over Criticism of Trump: Six Guys Sitting in a Skyscraper'

Mark Levin defended President Trump's approach to Iran, dismissing criticism from The Wall Street Journal as irrelevant and emphasizing Trump's decisive actions against nuclear threats.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Mark Levin Has Lost All Confidence in Mark Levin

Mark Levin's recent comments reveal uncertainty about Trump's Iran policy, contrasting his usual certainty and influence on foreign policy decisions.
Europe politics
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Amanda Sloat: Americans still largely in the dark as to how badly Donald Trump has damaged European ties

Old allies are losing trust in the US due to the Trump administration's bullying policies.
#trump-administration
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Fox & Friends Admits Trump's Ceasefire Leaves Objectives' Unmet Praise Him Anyway

The Trump administration's objectives regarding Iran have not been met, while Iran's demands remain unacceptable.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

There's a Clear Pattern to Who Trump Throws Under the Bus

Pam Bondi's dismissal highlights a pattern of Trump administration women being ousted amid a backdrop of male Cabinet members remaining largely unscathed.
#immigration
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Laura Ingraham Brawls With Mike Lawler: Why Do You Come on Television and Say that?'

Laura Ingraham and Rep. Mike Lawler clashed over the Dignity Act, which aims to grant legal status to some undocumented immigrants.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

The MAGA loyalist working to grow the foreign guest-worker program

Rep. Andy Harris advocates for increasing seasonal foreign workers while supporting Trump's immigration policies.
fromEsquire
6 days ago

Leonard Leo Is Still Trying to Crush His (Imaginary) Enemies with Disgusting Amounts of Money

A ProPublica investigation has found that most of these bills are part of a coordinated effort, orchestrated by a constellation of groups that share staff or have funding ties to the prominent conservative activist Leonard Leo.
Non-profit organizations
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Farage turns on ally Trump over US president's latest Iran threat

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Pretty Embarrassing!' Left-Leaning Pundits Call Out Trump And Especially Vance Taking an L' After Orban Concedes

Viktor Orban lost the Hungarian election, ending his 16-year rule, despite support from Donald Trump and JD Vance.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth Wracked by Paranoia' About Being Fired, Trump Administration Official Claims

Pete Hegseth's paranoia over being replaced by Dan Driscoll has led to significant personnel changes in the Army leadership.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Top Hegseth Aide Reportedly Spread False Rumor They Wore Disguises to Hit the Bars Together

A rumor about Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth sneaking out for drinks with his aide has sparked controversy and speculation within the administration.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump's Iran War Is Failing. Fox News Won't Admit It.

The Iran ceasefire leaves key U.S. objectives unmet, with Iran maintaining control and no enforcement mechanisms in place.
#donald-trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

John Barron Call to CSPAN Draws Speculation it Was Trump

A caller using the alias 'John Barron' phoned C-SPAN sounding like President Trump to rant about a Supreme Court tariff ruling, sparking social media speculation.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Trump Falsely Claims I'm Popular' in Fox Interview Says His Economy Greatest Ever in History Actually'

Donald Trump asserts strong popularity and calls his economy the greatest in history despite approval and economic polling residing in the high 30s.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Mitch McConnell Trolls Trump and Vance Over Anti-Orban Landslide in Fox News Op-Ed

Mitch McConnell criticized Donald Trump's support for Viktor Orban after Orban's electoral defeat, highlighting the dangers of authoritarianism.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

He Is Crushing, CRUSHING Tucker Carlson!' CNN Data Guru Reveals Trump Has Ruined His Old Friend

Donald Trump significantly outperforms Tucker Carlson in popularity among Republicans and Republican-leaning independents.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Former Trump Aide Scoffs at Karoline Leavitt's Claim Trump Is Most Well-Read Person in the Room'

Miles Taylor criticized claims about Donald Trump's reading habits, asserting he was advised to keep briefings simple and visual.
#iran
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Iranian-Born Entrepreneur Takes to Fox & Friends to Warn Trump Regime Can't Be Trusted to Uphold Ceasefire

Iran's regime is untrustworthy and may not uphold ceasefire agreements, according to Shervin Pishevar.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Pete Hegseth Insists Trump's Iran Threat Was Not a Bluff

President Trump threatened to wipe out Iran, leading to a two-week extension for negotiations, with military options ready against Iranian infrastructure.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Iranian-Born Entrepreneur Takes to Fox & Friends to Warn Trump Regime Can't Be Trusted to Uphold Ceasefire

Iran's regime is untrustworthy and may not uphold ceasefire agreements, according to Shervin Pishevar.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Pete Hegseth Insists Trump's Iran Threat Was Not a Bluff

President Trump threatened to wipe out Iran, leading to a two-week extension for negotiations, with military options ready against Iranian infrastructure.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Was Going to Fire Tulsi Gabbard Last Week Until This MAGA Legend Stepped in to Save Her: Axios

Gabbard was loyal, gave congressional testimony in a professional manner and never disputed the president. Firing Gabbard would needlessly create a damaging news cycle for Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Insane!' Ben Shapiro Scoffs at the Idea That Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly are Leading a MAGA Revolt Against Trump

Shapiro stated, 'I don't think it's a major issue for the Republican base. I think the president is exactly right to call this out for what it is, which is people who have fringe audiences.'
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US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

I Call BS!' Ex-Trump Official Cracks CNN Anchor Up With Take on Melania Bombshell

Melania Trump called for public hearings for Epstein survivors during a surprise press event, surprising many, including President Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fox's Peter Doocy Says West Wing in the Dark About Melania Trump's Epstein Statement: We Don't Know'

The White House was unprepared for Melania Trump's statement regarding Jeffrey Epstein, indicating a lack of coordination between the East and West Wings.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Denies Knowing About Melania's Epstein Presser Beforehand Amid CNN Report That He Got a Heads-Up

Melania Trump publicly denied any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, rejecting rumors about her connections to them.
US politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

How Roger Stone persuaded Trump not to fire Tulsi Gabbard

Gabbard's position was defended by allies amid internal conflict over her loyalty and performance within the Trump administration.
#trump-endorsement
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

Trump looms large over Republican congressional primaries

Trump's endorsement is crucial for Republican candidates, influencing their campaigns and deterring potential defections within the party.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Defends THE GREAT ONE' Mark Levin Amid Feud With Megyn Kelly: Only Jealous' Critics With Little Sway' Would Attack Him

President Trump publicly defended Fox News host Mark Levin against critics, calling him a Great American Patriot and warning that those attacking Levin will lose influence.
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

Trump looms large over Republican congressional primaries

Trump's endorsement is crucial for Republican candidates, influencing their campaigns and deterring potential defections within the party.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Defends THE GREAT ONE' Mark Levin Amid Feud With Megyn Kelly: Only Jealous' Critics With Little Sway' Would Attack Him

President Trump publicly defended Fox News host Mark Levin against critics, calling him a Great American Patriot and warning that those attacking Levin will lose influence.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Fox Host Grills Stephen Miller on Trump Being Shocked' by Attacks Sends Him Into Ramble Mode

Trump expressed shock at Iran's retaliatory strikes targeting multiple Middle Eastern countries, prompting Stephen Miller to clarify that the president meant Iran revealed its recklessness by attacking non-combatant nations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Thomas Massie Leading Ed Gallrein Despite Trump Opposition

Rep. Thomas Massie leads his Trump-backed primary opponent Ed Gallrein in recent polls despite Trump's intense opposition.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Joe Scarborough Predicts Trump Blowback' Will Leave GOP a Sh*t Show' When He Leaves Office

Conservative backlash against Trump's policies may lead to low Republican voter turnout after his presidency.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Why One 'Big Beautiful Bill' Wasn't Enough for Republicans

Congressional Republicans are pursuing a second budget reconciliation bill, reflecting both confidence and pessimism about the upcoming midterms.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Jen Psaki Savors 'Delicious Rebuke' of Trump After Dem Win

Democrat Emily Gregory's victory in Florida's 87th District is a significant rebuke to Donald Trump, especially given the district's history of Republican support.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

You Shouldn't Be Even Asking It': Trump Rebukes Fox's Brian Kilmeade for Asking Foolish' Question

Trump declined to discuss potential military action against Kharg Island, calling the question foolish and stating it is not a current priority.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Tara Palmeri Tells CNN Her Core MAGA' Family Spent Weekend Trashing Trump Over War, Inflation

Core MAGA supporters feel betrayed by Trump over war and inflation, expressing concerns about his campaign promises and the current state of affairs.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Inside the rise of Trump's favorite online brawler

Alex Bruesewitz connects celebrities like Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump to enhance Trump's appeal to younger audiences through digital strategies.
US Elections
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Analysis: Why 'embarrassing Hegseth' could be first political casualty of Trump's war

Trump communicated his Iran war rationale through informal phone conversations with journalists, leaving a communication vacuum that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth filled as the primary war spokesperson.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Political expert declares "the Trump presidency is over" - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump presidency is perceived as over due to rising dissatisfaction with his economic handling and reality distortion.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Bret Baier Blurts Trump Doesn't Love Fox News Polls' As He Confronts Johnson Over Tough Numbers'

President Trump's disapproval rating reached a record high in a recent Fox News poll, indicating significant dissatisfaction among voters.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Bill O'Reilly: Stephen Miller is 'Most Powerful Guy' in DC

O'Reilly said Miller does not seem to fit that suck-up mold, though, and is more militant about everything than Trump is, including deporting illegal immigrants.
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US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jesse Watters Tells Co-Hosts That Shoes Aren't the Only Clothing Item Trump Has Gifted

President Trump frequently gifts Florsheim shoes to staffers and visitors, often guessing their shoe sizes, with recipients feeling obligated to wear them despite poor fit.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Clown' PAC: Conservative Radio Star Nukes CPAC From Orbit Over Schlapp and Bannon

CPAC is criticized for its leadership and controversial figures, losing its conservative identity according to Erick Erickson.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth has been loyal defense secretary for Trump

In military terms, this means that even those who have surrendered will be killed, explains Jacqueline Hellman, an expert in international law at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid. The statement "alludes to a practice that is expressly prohibited," she told DW, adding that, as mere rhetoric, this is not punishable. But, she explained, such a statement could be classified as a war crime if it is formulated as an order and results in corresponding actions by the armed forces.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

TPUSA Attacks Thomas Massie Despite Charlie Kirk Liking Him

Turning Point USA amplified Trump's attacks on Rep. Thomas Massie despite late co-founder Charlie Kirk previously praising the congressman as a constitutional conservative.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

MS NOW's Jen Psaki Praises My Old Buddy' After Trump Lashes Out at Fox News Star Peter Doocy

Trump attacked Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy for asking about Russian-Iranian threats to Americans, while privately expressing interest in deploying U.S. troops in Iran following recent military action.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth's Troubled Soul

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's Pentagon briefings reveal overconfidence and lack of acknowledgment of potential complications in the conflict with Iran, demonstrating unsuitability for his position.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

New Book Details How Tucker Carlson's Show Once Acted as Effectively a Senior Adviser' to Trump

Tucker was the hot girl that didn't want to f*ck him, an ex-White House official said. Carlson playing hard-to-get apparently intrigued Trump, the official added, and made him more alluring. Trump wasn't the only one watching Tucker Carlson Tonight religiously at the time. The show set a cable news record when it averaged 5.36 million viewers in October 2020, and it routinely averaged more than 4 million viewers per month.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

JD Vance Sidesteps Two Questions About Putin's Stalling From Fox's Bill Hemmer

Vice President Vance stated the Trump administration is engaged in negotiations with both Russia and Ukraine, acknowledging both sides have red lines while expressing optimism about progress toward ending the war.
US politics
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Did President Trump call into C-SPAN under a fake name? - Poynter

A caller identifying as 'John Barron' used a Trump-like voice on C-SPAN, prompting speculation about whether it was Trump, an impersonator, or AI.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Fox's Peter Doocy Bets Andy Beshear On Presidential Bid

He then looked at Beshear and proposed his bet. I will bet you the Andy Beshear for President' announcement comes in January 2027, Doocy said. That drew a hearty chuckle from the governor, who declared it's a dollar! It then looked like he was leaning in to shake Doocy's hand, but the anchor ended up giving him the dollar up front.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Paul Manafort Shared the Trump Energy Speech with Tom Barrack

One of the earliest exchanges with the guy described as his handler, Rashid Al Malik, in the indictment against Tom Barrack involved his success at editing a Trump speech otherwise calling for energy independence to include a commitment to "work together with our supportive allies in the Gulf." Karen DeYoung described the resulting effect as a "jarring" conflict with the rest of the speech.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

What It's Like to Be Trump's Closest Ally Right Now

Last weekend, I asked two British foreign-policy officials what had been the most troubling moment, so far, of President Donald Trump's world-destabilizing start to 2026. Both said (despite the British government's refusal to acknowledge this out loud) that it was the United States' seizure of the Venezuelan President, Nicolás Maduro, from Caracas, in the early hours of January 3rd. Trump "surprised us on the downside," one said. "Just not having had an inkling that Venezuela was coming," the other observed.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Fox Anchor Says Trump Admin Is Backing Away' From Powell Probe as Guest Calls It a Big Unforced Error'

In a post on X, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro wrote that she started the probe because she got no response from her inquiries at the Fed. She may be backing away a littlethat's my sense. House Financial Services Chair French Hill says the investigation creates an unnecessary distraction. Maybe he wants to back away as well. He says the investigation could undermine Trump's future ability to make sound decisions. I think they're backing away. What do you say?
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US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trumpworld Takes the Cold Plunge

Senior officials in the second Trump administration publicly perform cold plunges and fitness stunts as wellness-themed, publicity-driven activities.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

Bill Kristol's Scoundrel Punditry and the Fight to Unmask Stephen Miller's Goons - emptywheel

Senate Democrats should fund non-controversial DHS components now while withholding new ICE and Border Patrol funding and reclaiming existing allocations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Fox's Brit Hume Warns Trump Has Put Himself in Predicament' And May Make Same Grave Mistake as Obama

President Trump risks appearing weak and repeating past failures by negotiating with an untrustworthy regime after warning of consequences for violent repression.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

I Shake Up Teams!' Trump Explains Why He Benched Greg Bovino for Tom Homan

I do that all the time, I shake up teams, Trump said while shaking his head. He then lifted his right arm and gestured to the assembled farmers and local businesspeople who were flanking him. Trump said they would do the same thing in his position, adding you shake up your team if they can't do the crops fast enough.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Conservative Calls Trump and Top Lieutenant Sleazy New York Democrats' That Have Taken Over' GOP

President Donald Trump and Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick were labeled 'sleazy New York Democrats,' illustrating a cultural shift that moved Democrats into the GOP.
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