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US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 hours ago

DoorDash PR Rep Defends White House Delivery Stunt Amid Social Media Backlash

DoorDash defended its driver after backlash over her participation in a White House delivery event with President Trump.
Media industry
fromWIRED
4 hours ago

The FCC Has a Fast Lane for Complaints About Trump's Media Critics

A conservative legal group expedited a complaint against Jimmy Kimmel and ABC by directly contacting the FCC chairman's office, bypassing standard procedures.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 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.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

PBS Reporter Says Trump Hung Up on Her After She Asked About His Threat About Wiping Out a Civilization'

Trump's controversial statements and abrupt phone call with PBS correspondent highlight tensions surrounding the Iran ceasefire and ongoing conflicts in the region.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 hours ago

CNN Anchor Flat-Out Calls Trump Liar Over Bonkers Jesus Post: He Deleted It and Lied About It'

Abby Phillip labeled President Trump a liar regarding his explanation for a controversial Truth Social post he deleted.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

NY Times Drops Splashy New Feature on Trump's Mental Acuity

Questions about President Trump's mental acuity have resurfaced, highlighting incoherent statements and erratic behavior during his second term.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Ali Velshi Shocked by Ben Rhodes Claim Trump Has Already Committed A War Crime'

Ben Rhodes claimed President Trump committed a war crime through threats against Iran, impacting the U.S.'s global reputation for generations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 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.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

PBS Reporter Says Trump Hung Up on Her After She Asked About His Threat About Wiping Out a Civilization'

Trump's controversial statements and abrupt phone call with PBS correspondent highlight tensions surrounding the Iran ceasefire and ongoing conflicts in the region.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Inside a jubilant DC conference where the climate deniers are in charge now'

March was the hottest month in U.S. history, while climate deniers gathered to promote misinformation and influence federal policy.
World politics
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Margaret Brennan shows how to press for answers on a war with no clear plan - Poynter

A deal to end the war in Iran remains elusive, with growing unpopularity among Americans regarding the conflict.
Left-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

"A disgrace": Hillary Clinton slams Trump's "unhinged" posts - LGBTQ Nation

Hillary Clinton criticized Donald Trump's social media posts, calling them unhinged and disgraceful, emphasizing the need for accountability in political leadership.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Ask Gov. Sherrill: New Jersey governor to take your questions on WNYC

WNYC launches 'Ask Governor Sherrill' for direct public engagement with New Jersey's governor.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Trump Admin Seeks Sweeping Access to Federal Workers' Health Records

The Trump administration seeks access to detailed medical records of federal workers and retirees, raising concerns about privacy and data security.
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

SchadenFriday: Washington Gets TMZ'd

With Congress again out for recess-instead of, say, working to end the partial government shutdown or doing something, anything, when the president threatens war crimes-one media organization had the savvy, gall, and, okay, shamelessness to deputize us all as honorary paparazzi.
Podcast
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

CNN's Jake Tapper Hits Back Hard at Trump Attacks: Our Job Is Not to Please the President'

Our job is not to try and please the president: JAKE TAPPER: Here's another question, in the midst of these major earth shaking issues surrounding the ceasefire last night, life and death issues, why was President Trump so focused on attacking CNN for an accurate report we put out on a real statement put out by Iranian government officials?
World news
Law
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Trump admin hounds Reddit to reveal identity of user who criticized ICE

Grand jury proceedings are secretive and primarily used to investigate federal crimes, raising concerns about free speech protections.
#melania-trump
fromBoston.com
5 days ago
US news

Melania Trump delivers statement at White House denying ties to Epstein and knowledge of his crimes

fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago
US politics

What Melania Trump's bizarre Jeffrey Epstein press event reveals about a White House in chaos

fromBoston.com
5 days ago
US news

Melania Trump delivers statement at White House denying ties to Epstein and knowledge of his crimes

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 hours ago

I Get Her Frustration': Trump's Attorney General Weighs in on Melania's Wild Epstein Presser

Melania Trump defended her lack of ties to Jeffrey Epstein during a press conference, calling for Congress to hear from Epstein's accusers.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 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
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

What Melania Trump's bizarre Jeffrey Epstein press event reveals about a White House in chaos

Melania Trump denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein during a rare press conference, raising questions about the timing and context of her statement.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Melania Trump blindsides White House aides with unexpected leap into Epstein scandal

Melania Trump denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein during a White House press event, emphasizing false rumors and promoting her memoir.
#white-house-correspondents-dinner
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
Right-wing politics

ONE SHEET: Trump Attacks MAGA Media; WHCA's Free Press Problem; Politico's New Boss Faces First Crisis

Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

ONE SHEET: Trump Attacks MAGA Media; WHCA's Free Press Problem; Politico's New Boss Faces First Crisis

The White House Correspondents' dinner faces controversy over guest invitations and press corps reactions, highlighting tensions within media and politics.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

One Sheet: WHCD Invites its Tormentors, Iran War Media Whiplash, Does Twitter Matter?

The White House Correspondents' Dinner raises questions about inviting officials who attack the media.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

CBS Inviting Anti-Press Pete Hegseth to WHCD Is Deeply Embarrassing

Inviting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to the White House Correspondents' Dinner raises significant ethical concerns about press access and relationships with power.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

White House Bashes Raskin for Trump Cognitive Test Request

Rep. Jamie Raskin formally requested a comprehensive neuropsychological assessment of President Trump, citing incoherent and volatile comments that experts associate with dementia and cognitive decline.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

How Trump's Incompetence and Looming Global Catastrophes May Intersect

Forecasters now predict that the coming El Niño—a warming of the Pacific Ocean that deeply affects global weather patterns—is likely to be as severe as the one in 2023-2024, which triggered severe flooding and prolonged heatwaves around the world.
World news
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

In the Trump era, everybody's talking about 'soft power.' But ... what is it exactly?

The reduction of foreign aid under Trump has weakened American soft power, creating opportunities for rivals like China.
#white-house
US Elections
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

White House staff told not to place bets on prediction markets

White House staff were warned against using insider information for betting on prediction markets.
US Elections
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

White House staff told not to place bets on prediction markets

White House staff were warned against using insider information for betting on prediction markets.
#pentagon
Media industry
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Judge Strikes Down Updated Policy Restricting Journalists' Access to Pentagon

The Pentagon's interim policy restricting journalists' access was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge, violating First Amendment press freedoms.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

US: Pentagon must restore journalists' access, judge says

The Pentagon is defying a court order to restore access to credentialed reporters, as ruled by US District Judge Paul Friedman.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Federal Judge Rejects Pentagon's New Press Policy Trashes Pete Hegseth

A federal judge blocked the Pentagon's press policy, criticizing attempts to circumvent previous court rulings on media restrictions.
Media industry
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Pentagon revises rules for journalists after lawsuit loss, raising press group's ire

The Pentagon announced new press policies limiting access and requiring escorts for journalists amid security concerns.
Media industry
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Judge Strikes Down Updated Policy Restricting Journalists' Access to Pentagon

The Pentagon's interim policy restricting journalists' access was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge, violating First Amendment press freedoms.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

US: Pentagon must restore journalists' access, judge says

The Pentagon is defying a court order to restore access to credentialed reporters, as ruled by US District Judge Paul Friedman.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Federal Judge Rejects Pentagon's New Press Policy Trashes Pete Hegseth

A federal judge blocked the Pentagon's press policy, criticizing attempts to circumvent previous court rulings on media restrictions.
Media industry
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Pentagon revises rules for journalists after lawsuit loss, raising press group's ire

The Pentagon announced new press policies limiting access and requiring escorts for journalists amid security concerns.
#donald-trump
US Elections
fromFortune
1 day ago

The futility of Trump's grandiose personal branding of public assets, from ballrooms and bills to ships and planes | Fortune

The extensive branding of Donald Trump reflects his obsession with creating a grandiose image and democratizing luxury for the masses.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

This Is Not How Presidents Typically Communicate

Donald Trump's rhetoric has transformed the presidential podium into a platform for intimidation, contrasting sharply with previous presidents' more dignified approaches.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Press Corps Has Asked Trump 86 Questions This Week But Zero About His Stunning Glad He's Dead' Attack On Mueller

President Trump faced no questions from the press about his attack on Robert Mueller after his death.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 day ago

The futility of Trump's grandiose personal branding of public assets, from ballrooms and bills to ships and planes | Fortune

The extensive branding of Donald Trump reflects his obsession with creating a grandiose image and democratizing luxury for the masses.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

This Is Not How Presidents Typically Communicate

Donald Trump's rhetoric has transformed the presidential podium into a platform for intimidation, contrasting sharply with previous presidents' more dignified approaches.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Press Corps Has Asked Trump 86 Questions This Week But Zero About His Stunning Glad He's Dead' Attack On Mueller

President Trump faced no questions from the press about his attack on Robert Mueller after his death.
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

CNN's Anderson Cooper Shocked When Scaramucci Expresses Sympathy for Eric Swalwell: My Heart Goes Out to Him'

I would just say to Eric, you know, get this thing fixed up at home, the best he possibly can. I think it was very smart for him to leave the Congress and the race behind him.
US politics
Media industry
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US media trapped between oligarchy and presidency

Media ownership in the U.S. is increasingly concentrated among billionaires, impacting critical coverage of the president and press dynamics.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Democrats Are Badly Failing to Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran

Trump's threats against Iran and the inadequate response from Democrats highlight a critical political and humanitarian crisis.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Michelle Obama Says US In 'Janky' Era Under Trump

Michelle Obama stated, 'We're in just a janky version... the new version doesn't make the old one bad. It's necessary for growth.' This reflects her view that the current challenges are part of a transformative process.
US politics
Media industry
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The Indie News Queen Who's Not Done Pissing Off the Powerful

Amy Goodman, a prominent journalist, is the focus of the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!', showcasing her relentless pursuit of truth.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

White House Insists It Was Right At the Time' After Being Wrong About Maher Prize

The White House initially denied Bill Maher would receive the Mark Twain Prize, but later confirmed the award after further discussions.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jonathan Capehart: Journos Treated Like Military After Trump

When I got into this business, I wanted to get into journalism because I wanted to be a journalist. It was a job to tell stories, to tell stories that interested me since I was an opinion writer, an opinion journalist.
Media industry
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Administration Demands Reddit Reveal Identity of User Who Criticized ICE

The Trump administration ordered Reddit to provide personal information on a user criticizing ICE, raising First Amendment concerns.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What a White House Press Conference Tells Us About Bystanders

Bystanders frequently remain silent during workplace mistreatment because of power imbalances, fear of retaliation, and diffusion of responsibility.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

MS NOW's Jen Psaki Complains Trump Ally' at Baltimore Sun Is Investigating Rising Democratic Star's Military Record

Jen Psaki criticized a Trump ally's role in investigating Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's military record, raising concerns about media integrity and bias.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Why Are You So Rude?' Hegseth Scolds NBC Reporter Who Cut Him Off as He Called on Someone Else

Secretary Hegseth emphasized the U.S. military's capability to target Iranian infrastructure to compel negotiations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Blanche Appears to Confirm DOJ Is Investigating Rescue Leak, Day After Trump Threatened to Jail Journo

An investigation into leaks of classified information regarding a downed airman is confirmed, with potential legal actions against reporters involved.
Media industry
fromAxios
1 month ago

White House outraged over new CBS News hire

CBS News hired a former Liz Cheney communications aide, sparking White House criticism over perceived anti-Trump bias and tensions with the network.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Rages At Reporter When Confronted Over Troop Coffin Email Stands By It

Trump defended a PAC fundraising email using dignified transfer photos, attacked the reporter questioning it, and claimed superior military support among presidents.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump WH Flipped Out on ABC Over Report Fox News Confronted Trump to His Face About

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized ABC News for reporting an unverified FBI alert about alleged Iranian drone attack plans without clearly stating the intelligence was unverified, claiming the story caused unnecessary public alarm.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pentagon Reportedly Bans Press Photographers from Briefings Over Unflattering' Hegseth Pics

When images from the event circulated globally, Hegseth's aides complained internally about how the defense secretary looked in the photographs, The Washington Post reported on Wednesday, Two people familiar with the decision spoke anonymously to the newspaper out of fear of retaliation, and said some staffers found the pictures unflattering.
US politics
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
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

The Coordinated Leaky Drips In The White House

The Obama White House condones organized leaking of classified information for political advantage while prosecuting whistleblowers who expose government wrongdoing.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

White House backtracks initial claims about Alex Pretti after intense backlash

White House officials quickly distanced President Trump and aides from claims that Alex Pretti was a gunman or domestic terrorist after video contradicted those portrayals.
US politics
fromJezebel
2 months ago

Score! Press Secretary of Alleged Democracy Threatens News Network; Finds It's Already Spineless

Karoline Leavitt warned CBS to air Trump's full interview or face lawsuits, while CBS under Bari Weiss exhibits pro-Trump editorial bias.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

The Cruelty and Theatre of the Trump Press Conference

Playacting for journalists standing in an unruly huddle just off camera, Trump asked questions of the oilmen, wondering how soon they could suck the ground under Venezuela dry. "And you're very much set up for the heavy oil, right?" he asked at one point. There was an implicit cruelty behind the exercise. He wanted the cameras to see him place Venezuela on the table like a celebratory goose and start slicing.
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