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Washington Post
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Washington Post
Watch what happens when Fox pundits hired by Trump come back as guests
Several of President Donald Trump's most prominent appointees came either directly from Fox News or Fox Business, such as Defense Secretary Defense Pete Hegseth, Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and interim U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro, or worked at the network in the past as a paid pundit or host, including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino.
CNN
2 days ago
- Politics
- CNN
5 things to know for June 18: Iran, Gaza, Cryptocurrency, Indonesia volcano, Stanley Cup final
President Donald Trump has nominated Jeanine Pirro to a full term as the top federal prosecutor in Washington, DC. The former Fox News host, who boosted claims that the 2020 election was stolen, is already serving as the interim US Attorney. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. Get '5 Things' in your inbox If your day doesn't start until you're up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to your new favorite morning fix. Sign up here for the '5 Things' newsletter. President Trump is reportedly warming to the idea of using US military assets to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, two officials familiar with the ongoing discussions told CNN. Although intelligence assessments showed Iran was not actively pursuing a nuclear weapon — and was up to three years away from being able to produce and deliver one to a target — Trump met with his national security team on Tuesday and spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He also took to his social media site to demand Iran's 'UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER' and called Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, an 'easy target.' Trump may have some difficulty selling a war with Iran to the American people, however. A poll conducted last year showed many more Americans felt China (64%) and Russia (59%) were major military threats than Iran (42%). And only 37% of Americans said limiting Iran's power and influence should be a 'top priority.' In the meantime, Israel and Iran continued to trade strikes for a sixth day. Dozens of people were killed and more than 200 others injured by Israeli fire on Tuesday as they waited for aid trucks to arrive in Khan Younis in southern Gaza, the Palestinian Ministry of Health reported. The casualties were taken to nearby Nasser Medical Complex, where one doctor described the influx of dead and wounded as 'catastrophic beyond imagination,' and said the hospital's morgue was full. The Israel Defense Forces said it was 'aware of reports regarding a number of injured individuals from IDF fire following the crowd's approach,' that 'details of the incident are under review,' and that it 'regrets any harm to uninvolved individuals and operates to minimize harm as much as possible to them while maintaining the safety of our troops.' After months of negotiations, the Senate passed the GENIUS Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that aims to create a framework for regulating stablecoins, a specific type of cryptocurrency. Stablecoins are tied to the value of another asset, such as the US dollar or gold, so 1 stablecoin would be worth $1. Despite the bill's passage, some Democrats remain concerned that it does not place sufficient guardrails on stablecoins, particularly since World Liberty Financial, a company tied to the Trump family, has issued its own stablecoin. GOP Sen. Bill Hagerty, one of the lead co-sponsors of the bill, insists that 'this legislation is agnostic as to company, it's agnostic as to person.' The bill will now move to the House for consideration. Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted on Tuesday, sending an enormous ash column into the sky over the tourist island of Flores in south-central Indonesia. The eruption, which could be seen more than 90 miles away, caused the delay or cancellation of dozens of flights to and from the island of Bali. The 5,197-foot twin volcano erupted again this morning, spewing a smaller ash cloud. With such activity, officials decided to evacuate residents in two nearby villages. Last November, the volcano erupted multiple times, killing nine people and injuring dozens more. The Florida Panthers are back-to-back NHL champions! For the second year in a row, the Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers to win the Stanley Cup Final. It's been 32 years since a hockey team from Canada has won the championship in its own national winter sport. The Montreal Canadiens were the last such franchise to hoist the trophy named after Lord Stanley of Preston. But, there's always next year… A TikTok reprievePresident Trump is expected to sign an executive order to keep TikTok up and running for another 90 days. The big battery battleDuracell is suing Energizer, accusing its rival of running a deceptive advertising campaign regarding battery life. Tyler Perry sued for $260MActor Derek Dixon, who appeared on the BET series 'The Oval,' has filed suit against the media mogul, alleging sexual assault and harassment. Perry has denied any wrongdoing. Top Hollywood honorsThe organization behind the Academy Awards has decided to give honorary Oscars to Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas for their contributions to cinema and humanity. We have a new winnerVienna is no longer the most livable city in the world. After a three-year run at the top of the annual list from the Economist Intelligence Unit, the Austrian capital was surpassed by another 'wonderful' place. Popular Food Network chef Anne Burrell dies at 55Burrell hosted the series 'Secrets of a Restaurant Chef,' which ran for nine seasons and received two Emmy nominations. She also spent 14 years as a host on the show 'Worst Cooks in America.' $1.3 billionThat's the amount in fines and restitution that reportedly could have been erased by President Trump's federal pardons and clemency grants. 'What we have done to the deep ocean floor is just unspeakably awful. If you did anything remotely like it on land, everybody would be up in arms.' — Biologist and natural historian David Attenborough, whose new documentary, 'Ocean With David Attenborough,' explores why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Check your local forecast here>>> The shirt that sparked Austen-maniaThirty years later, folks are still swooning over Colin Firth's Mr. Darcy.
CNN
2 days ago
- Politics
- CNN
5 things to know for June 18: Iran, Gaza, Cryptocurrency, Indonesia volcano, Stanley Cup final
President Donald Trump has nominated Jeanine Pirro to a full term as the top federal prosecutor in Washington, DC. The former Fox News host, who boosted claims that the 2020 election was stolen, is already serving as the interim US Attorney. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. Get '5 Things' in your inbox If your day doesn't start until you're up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to your new favorite morning fix. Sign up here for the '5 Things' newsletter. President Trump is reportedly warming to the idea of using US military assets to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, two officials familiar with the ongoing discussions told CNN. Although intelligence assessments showed Iran was not actively pursuing a nuclear weapon — and was up to three years away from being able to produce and deliver one to a target — Trump met with his national security team on Tuesday and spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He also took to his social media site to demand Iran's 'UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER' and called Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, an 'easy target.' Trump may have some difficulty selling a war with Iran to the American people, however. A poll conducted last year showed many more Americans felt China (64%) and Russia (59%) were major military threats than Iran (42%). And only 37% of Americans said limiting Iran's power and influence should be a 'top priority.' In the meantime, Israel and Iran continued to trade strikes for a sixth day. Dozens of people were killed and more than 200 others injured by Israeli fire on Tuesday as they waited for aid trucks to arrive in Khan Younis in southern Gaza, the Palestinian Ministry of Health reported. The casualties were taken to nearby Nasser Medical Complex, where one doctor described the influx of dead and wounded as 'catastrophic beyond imagination,' and said the hospital's morgue was full. The Israel Defense Forces said it was 'aware of reports regarding a number of injured individuals from IDF fire following the crowd's approach,' that 'details of the incident are under review,' and that it 'regrets any harm to uninvolved individuals and operates to minimize harm as much as possible to them while maintaining the safety of our troops.' After months of negotiations, the Senate passed the GENIUS Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that aims to create a framework for regulating stablecoins, a specific type of cryptocurrency. Stablecoins are tied to the value of another asset, such as the US dollar or gold, so 1 stablecoin would be worth $1. Despite the bill's passage, some Democrats remain concerned that it does not place sufficient guardrails on stablecoins, particularly since World Liberty Financial, a company tied to the Trump family, has issued its own stablecoin. GOP Sen. Bill Hagerty, one of the lead co-sponsors of the bill, insists that 'this legislation is agnostic as to company, it's agnostic as to person.' The bill will now move to the House for consideration. Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted on Tuesday, sending an enormous ash column into the sky over the tourist island of Flores in south-central Indonesia. The eruption, which could be seen more than 90 miles away, caused the delay or cancellation of dozens of flights to and from the island of Bali. The 5,197-foot twin volcano erupted again this morning, spewing a smaller ash cloud. With such activity, officials decided to evacuate residents in two nearby villages. Last November, the volcano erupted multiple times, killing nine people and injuring dozens more. The Florida Panthers are back-to-back NHL champions! For the second year in a row, the Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers to win the Stanley Cup Final. It's been 32 years since a hockey team from Canada has won the championship in its own national winter sport. The Montreal Canadiens were the last such franchise to hoist the trophy named after Lord Stanley of Preston. But, there's always next year… A TikTok reprievePresident Trump is expected to sign an executive order to keep TikTok up and running for another 90 days. The big battery battleDuracell is suing Energizer, accusing its rival of running a deceptive advertising campaign regarding battery life. Tyler Perry sued for $260MActor Derek Dixon, who appeared on the BET series 'The Oval,' has filed suit against the media mogul, alleging sexual assault and harassment. Perry has denied any wrongdoing. Top Hollywood honorsThe organization behind the Academy Awards has decided to give honorary Oscars to Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas for their contributions to cinema and humanity. We have a new winnerVienna is no longer the most livable city in the world. After a three-year run at the top of the annual list from the Economist Intelligence Unit, the Austrian capital was surpassed by another 'wonderful' place. Popular Food Network chef Anne Burrell dies at 55Burrell hosted the series 'Secrets of a Restaurant Chef,' which ran for nine seasons and received two Emmy nominations. She also spent 14 years as a host on the show 'Worst Cooks in America.' $1.3 billionThat's the amount in fines and restitution that reportedly could have been erased by President Trump's federal pardons and clemency grants. 'What we have done to the deep ocean floor is just unspeakably awful. If you did anything remotely like it on land, everybody would be up in arms.' — Biologist and natural historian David Attenborough, whose new documentary, 'Ocean With David Attenborough,' explores why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Check your local forecast here>>> The shirt that sparked Austen-maniaThirty years later, folks are still swooning over Colin Firth's Mr. Darcy.
CNN
2 days ago
- Politics
- CNN
Trump nominates Jeanine Pirro for full term as DC's top federal prosecutor
President Donald Trump is nominating former Fox News host and interim US Attorney Jeanine Pirro to a full term as the top federal prosecutor in Washington, DC, according to a White House news release. Her nomination for a four-year term has been sent to the Senate, the release says. She was named to the position on an interim basis last month after Trump's first pick, Ed Martin, faced what appeared to be insurmountable pushback from Republicans on Capitol Hill. Pirro, a longtime Trump ally, is a former judge and district attorney for Westchester County in New York. Until being tapped by Trump, she had not held a position in the justice system since 2005, when she left the district attorney's office and began her career on television. CNN's KFile on Monday reviewed Pirro's radio shows and found that she has repeatedly endorsed criminal investigations into Trump's perceived political enemies, including federal prosecutors, local officials and judges involved in his various legal cases. In addition to her attacks on federal law enforcement and the judiciary, Pirro has spent years promoting false and inflammatory claims. She downplayed the January 6 violence as a political 'narrative,' calling for a Capitol Police officer and DOJ officials to be investigated. Pirro also boosted unfounded claims that the 2020 election was stolen and was one of several hosts named in the Dominion Voting Systems defamation lawsuit against Fox News. The lawsuit was later settled by Fox News for more than $787 million. With her nomination, Pirro will have to provide the Senate with a detailed disclosure of every media appearance she's made, which would include hundreds of hours of public comments on TV and the radio over the years. That disclosure process is what ultimately helped sink Martin's nomination, which was withdrawn last month after he failed to disclose hundreds of his own media appearances, including those that undercut his disavowal of an alleged Nazi sympathizer he had repeatedly praised and interviewed. Trump later announced that Martin would move to the Department of Justice as the director of the Weaponization Working Group, as well as associate deputy attorney general and pardon attorney. CNN's Hannah Rabinowitz, Andrew Kaczynski and Em Steck contributed to this report.
CNN
2 days ago
- Politics
- CNN
Trump nominates Jeanine Pirro for full term as DC's top federal prosecutor
President Donald Trump is nominating former Fox News host and interim US Attorney Jeanine Pirro to a full term as the top federal prosecutor in Washington, DC, according to a White House news release. Her nomination for a four-year term has been sent to the Senate, the release says. She was named to the position on an interim basis last month after Trump's first pick, Ed Martin, faced what appeared to be insurmountable pushback from Republicans on Capitol Hill. Pirro, a longtime Trump ally, is a former judge and district attorney for Westchester County in New York. Until being tapped by Trump, she had not held a position in the justice system since 2005, when she left the district attorney's office and began her career on television. CNN's KFile on Monday reviewed Pirro's radio shows and found that she has repeatedly endorsed criminal investigations into Trump's perceived political enemies, including federal prosecutors, local officials and judges involved in his various legal cases. In addition to her attacks on federal law enforcement and the judiciary, Pirro has spent years promoting false and inflammatory claims. She downplayed the January 6 violence as a political 'narrative,' calling for a Capitol Police officer and DOJ officials to be investigated. Pirro also boosted unfounded claims that the 2020 election was stolen and was one of several hosts named in the Dominion Voting Systems defamation lawsuit against Fox News. The lawsuit was later settled by Fox News for more than $787 million. With her nomination, Pirro will have to provide the Senate with a detailed disclosure of every media appearance she's made, which would include hundreds of hours of public comments on TV and the radio over the years. That disclosure process is what ultimately helped sink Martin's nomination, which was withdrawn last month after he failed to disclose hundreds of his own media appearances, including those that undercut his disavowal of an alleged Nazi sympathizer he had repeatedly praised and interviewed. Trump later announced that Martin would move to the Department of Justice as the director of the Weaponization Working Group, as well as associate deputy attorney general and pardon attorney. CNN's Hannah Rabinowitz, Andrew Kaczynski and Em Steck contributed to this report.
