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==jessica tarlov======
Jessica Tarlov is an American Democratic strategist who currently serves as co-host of The Five on Fox News. Let’s delve into more details about her background and career: Background: Tarlov attended Bryn Mawr College, where she earned her B.A. degree in history. She continued her studies at The London School of Economics and Political Science, obtaining a Master of Science degree in public policy and administration, a Master of Research degree in political science, and a doctorate degree in political science and government. In 2008, she worked as a research assistant for political analyst Douglas Schoen, and in 2012, she returned to work as a political strategist under him. Career: Tarlov made her first appearance on Fox News in 2014, quickly becoming a frequent guest on shows such as Hannity, Your World with Neil Cavuto, The Five, Outnumbered, Fox & Friends, Kennedy, and Watters World. She officially became a contributor in 2017. In January 2022, she was named a co-host on The Five, where she serves as a rotating liberal co-host alongside Harold Ford Jr.. Personal Life: Tarlov’s father, Mark Tarlov, wrote speeches for Supreme Court Chief Justice Warren Burger during college, later becoming a movie producer known for films like “Copycat”, “Serial Mom”, and “Christine”. He passed away from cancer in July 2021. Jessica Tarlov is Jewish and stands at 5’ 11". Her sister is actress Molly Tarlov. During the pandemic, Tarlov began dating her next-door neighbor, hedge fund executive Brian McKenna. They got engaged in April 2021 and married shortly afterward. They welcomed a daughter named Cleo in December 2021. On January 10, 2024, Jessica announced on Fox News’ The Five that she was expecting her second child, a girl, in April. Jessica Tarlov’s role as a liberal co-host on Fox News has made her a notable figure in political commentary.
‘Oh My God!’ Jessica Tarlov Exasperated by Co-Host for Saying Coverage of ‘Hunter Biden’s Penis Pictures’ Would’ve Altered the 2020 Election
Jessica Tarlov lost it on a co-host who said President Joe Biden only won the 2020 election because social media platforms suppressed the story about his son’s laptop. Ahead of the 2020 election, platforms such as Twitter and Facebook restricted content about Hunter Biden’s laptop, which the Trump administration’s FBI said could be part of a Russian disinformation campaign. The laptop was allegedly left at a Delaware computer repair shop, where an employee made copies of the hard drive that ultimately ended up in the possession of Rudy Giuliani and was covered by right-wing media. Among other contents, the hard drive shows explicit photos of Hunter Biden naked and doing drugs.
(Michael Luciano/MediaIte 12/29/23)
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Jessica Tarlov lost it on a co-host who said President Joe Biden only won the 2020 election because social media platforms suppressed the story about his son’s laptop. Ahead of the 2020 election, platforms such as Twitter and Facebook restricted content about Hunter Biden’s laptop, which the Trump administration’s FBI said could be part of a Russian disinformation campaign. The laptop was allegedly left at a Delaware computer repair shop, where an employee made copies of the hard drive that ultimately ended up in the possession of Rudy Giuliani and was covered by right-wing media. Among other contents, the hard drive shows explicit photos of Hunter Biden naked and doing drugs.
(Michael Luciano/MediaIte 12/29/23)
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==marc thiessen======
The Media Is Ready to Hold Trump to a Lower Standard
I’m not sure that I can improve on TNR’s Matt Ford’s assessment of President Joe Biden’s pardon of his son Hunter as “a quintessentially corrupt act.” That just about covers it. With scant weeks remaining in Biden’s term, his act will look even worse if he fails to extend the same sweeping protection to the numerous other people threatened by the incoming Trump administration—to say nothing of the many nonviolent drug offenders who, unlike Hunter, are doing time in federal prisons. But, this being Washington, there is always some reprobate lying around with an even worse idea than the one making all the headlines. Congratulations to Marc Thiessen, an inexplicable survivor of multiple rounds of Washington Post layoffs, and his American Enterprise Institute podcast host Danielle Pletka for suggesting an even more rancid use of Biden’s pardon power: Use it to take Donald Trump off the hook.
(New Republic 12/7/24) READMORE>>>>>
I’m not sure that I can improve on TNR’s Matt Ford’s assessment of President Joe Biden’s pardon of his son Hunter as “a quintessentially corrupt act.” That just about covers it. With scant weeks remaining in Biden’s term, his act will look even worse if he fails to extend the same sweeping protection to the numerous other people threatened by the incoming Trump administration—to say nothing of the many nonviolent drug offenders who, unlike Hunter, are doing time in federal prisons. But, this being Washington, there is always some reprobate lying around with an even worse idea than the one making all the headlines. Congratulations to Marc Thiessen, an inexplicable survivor of multiple rounds of Washington Post layoffs, and his American Enterprise Institute podcast host Danielle Pletka for suggesting an even more rancid use of Biden’s pardon power: Use it to take Donald Trump off the hook.
(New Republic 12/7/24) READMORE>>>>>
Fox Contributor Slams Tucker Carlson, Compares Him to 1960s Conspiracy Theorist Who Was ‘Excommunicated’ From the ‘Respectable Right’
Fox News contributor and Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen took a swipe at ousted Fox opinion host Tucker Carlson on Wednesday after a right-wing activist argued Carlson was once “a successful coordinating mechanism for the Right.” Christopher Rufo commented on the infighting within the right on X and wrote, “When Tucker had his primetime slot on Fox, he served as a successful coordinating mechanism for the Right. He set the agenda with his monologue, shaped the bounds of discourse, and brought in new voices to illustrate specific lines of argument. It will be interesting to see if Tucker, or Fox, can reprise this role, or if it has fragmented online in a more fundamental way.” (MediaIte 3.27/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Fox News contributor and Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen took a swipe at ousted Fox opinion host Tucker Carlson on Wednesday after a right-wing activist argued Carlson was once “a successful coordinating mechanism for the Right.” Christopher Rufo commented on the infighting within the right on X and wrote, “When Tucker had his primetime slot on Fox, he served as a successful coordinating mechanism for the Right. He set the agenda with his monologue, shaped the bounds of discourse, and brought in new voices to illustrate specific lines of argument. It will be interesting to see if Tucker, or Fox, can reprise this role, or if it has fragmented online in a more fundamental way.” (MediaIte 3.27/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==mark thompson======
Poppy Harlow to Exit CNN
CNN CEO Mark Thompson and Amy Entelis also released statements of their own praising Harlow. "Poppy is a unique talent who combines formidable reporting and interviewing prowess with a human touch that audiences have always responded to," Thompson said. "She's been a wonderful colleague at CNN, and we know she will have much success in her future endeavors." "Poppy leaves CNN after more than 16 memorable years, thousands of hours in the anchor chair and hundreds of reports from the field," Entelis added. "She made a mark on numerous major stories including financial crises, the Paris terror attacks and the Boston bombing, but most notably enlightening interviews with the world's top business leaders, who trusted her because she was tough, fair, and well-prepared. Poppy is a brilliant journalist who sets the standard for reporting with compassion and humanity, and we will miss her." (MSN 8/31/24) READ MORE>>>>>
CNN CEO Mark Thompson and Amy Entelis also released statements of their own praising Harlow. "Poppy is a unique talent who combines formidable reporting and interviewing prowess with a human touch that audiences have always responded to," Thompson said. "She's been a wonderful colleague at CNN, and we know she will have much success in her future endeavors." "Poppy leaves CNN after more than 16 memorable years, thousands of hours in the anchor chair and hundreds of reports from the field," Entelis added. "She made a mark on numerous major stories including financial crises, the Paris terror attacks and the Boston bombing, but most notably enlightening interviews with the world's top business leaders, who trusted her because she was tough, fair, and well-prepared. Poppy is a brilliant journalist who sets the standard for reporting with compassion and humanity, and we will miss her." (MSN 8/31/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==kat timpf======
That dog don't hunt: Right-wing media say Kristi Noem’s vice presidential dreams are dead
Fox’s Kat Timpf took a shot at Noem’s apparent cowardice. The commentator said that if her reason for sharing the dog story was to “show that she’s a leader and she can stand up and handle problems … then why did you run from this show?” “In order to be a leader, you also need to be able to solve the kind of problems that you can’t shoot,” Timpf said. “There are so few problems in the world where the solution is just a cold-blooded assassination.” (Media Matters 5/12/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Fox’s Kat Timpf took a shot at Noem’s apparent cowardice. The commentator said that if her reason for sharing the dog story was to “show that she’s a leader and she can stand up and handle problems … then why did you run from this show?” “In order to be a leader, you also need to be able to solve the kind of problems that you can’t shoot,” Timpf said. “There are so few problems in the world where the solution is just a cold-blooded assassination.” (Media Matters 5/12/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==tom tradoff======
10.19.24: Tom Tradup: Townhall: America’s Best Chance to Help End the War In the Middle East
==donald trump jr======
That dog don't hunt: Right-wing media say Kristi Noem’s vice presidential dreams are dead
Appearing on Donald Trump Jr.'s Triggered podcast, Bannon began laughing as he explained that Noem was “maybe a little too based” for the job after “shooting the puppy in the gravel.” “That was not ideal,” Trump Jr. said between laughing fits, an understatement of the backlash to come.
(Media Matters 5/10/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Appearing on Donald Trump Jr.'s Triggered podcast, Bannon began laughing as he explained that Noem was “maybe a little too based” for the job after “shooting the puppy in the gravel.” “That was not ideal,” Trump Jr. said between laughing fits, an understatement of the backlash to come.
(Media Matters 5/10/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==eric trump======
Laura Ingraham Asks Eric Trump Why His Father Retained ‘Jughead’ Michael Cohen: ‘How Did He Ever Get Hired?’
An incredulous Laura Ingraham asked Eric Trump on Monday night why his father hired Michael Cohen as his attorney. Hours earlier, Cohen testified about his time as Donald Trump’s personal lawyer. The former president is on trial in Manhattan, where he faces 34 counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors say Cohen paid adult film actress Stormy Daniels $130,000 to keep her quiet about an affair she says she had with Trump in 2006, and that Trump later reimbursed Cohen and fudged records to conceal the hush money payment. Cohen ultimately pleaded guilty to his role in paying the hush money – and other crimes before being sentenced to federal prison. (Media-Ite 5/13/24) READ MORE>>>>>
An incredulous Laura Ingraham asked Eric Trump on Monday night why his father hired Michael Cohen as his attorney. Hours earlier, Cohen testified about his time as Donald Trump’s personal lawyer. The former president is on trial in Manhattan, where he faces 34 counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors say Cohen paid adult film actress Stormy Daniels $130,000 to keep her quiet about an affair she says she had with Trump in 2006, and that Trump later reimbursed Cohen and fudged records to conceal the hush money payment. Cohen ultimately pleaded guilty to his role in paying the hush money – and other crimes before being sentenced to federal prison. (Media-Ite 5/13/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==lara trump======
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Lara Trump's RNC sends out robocalls pushing lies about 'massive fraud' in 2020: report Lara Trump's RNC sends out robocalls pushing lies about 'massive fraud' in 2020: report The new RNC, led by new chair Michael Whatley and new co-chair Lara Trump, is pushing the unsubstantiated theories that the last election was rigged in order to mobilize the electorate come November 5. “We all know the problems. No photo IDs, unsecured ballot drop boxes, mass mailing of ballots, and voter rolls chock full of deceased people and non-citizens are just a few examples of the massive fraud that took place,” according to the recorded RNC call, as reported by CNN's KFIle. “If Democrats have their way, your vote could be canceled out by someone who isn’t even an American citizen.” (Raw Story 4/11/24) READ MORE>>>>> Even now, RNC prioritizes election denialism as 2024 race takes shape NBC News recently caught up with Republican National Committee co-chair Lara Trump, who assured the public that her party is no longer interested in litigating her father-in-law’s 2020 defeat. “I think we’re past that. I think that’s in the past,” she said, adding, “The past is the past.” I believe it was Faulkner who famously wrote, “The past is never dead. It’s not even past.” (MSNBC 4/11/24) READ MORE>>>>> |
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==mary trump======
Mary Lea Trump, born on May 3, 1965, is an American psychologist and writer. She is notable for being the niece of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Here are some key points about her: Background and Education:
Mary Trump was born to flight attendant Linda Lee Clapp and Fred Trump Jr., a commercial airline pilot and son of real-estate developer Fred Trump (Donald Trump’s father). Her older brother is Frederick Trump III. Tragically, her father, Fred Trump Jr., passed away from a heart attack caused by alcoholism when she was just 16 years old.
Mary graduated from the Ethel Walker School in 1983. She studied English literature at Tufts University, earned a master’s degree in English literature at Columbia University, and holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies at Adelphi University. Authorship and Notable Books:
Mary Trump gained widespread attention with her 2020 book titled “Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World’s Most Dangerous Man”. The book provides an insider’s perspective on the Trump family dynamics, including her uncle Donald Trump. On the day of its release, the book sold nearly one million copies.
She followed up with a second book, “The Reckoning”, in 2021. Legal Battles: In September 2020, Mary Trump filed a lawsuit against her uncle Donald, aunt Maryanne, and the estate of her late uncle Robert. She claimed they defrauded her of tens of millions of dollars from her interests in her grandfather Fred Trump’s real-estate portfolio.
In response, Donald Trump sued Mary for at least $100 million for providing The New York Times with financial documents used in a 2018 exposé about his wealth and the family’s finances. Mary Lea Trump’s candid insights into her family and her uncle’s presidency have made her a significant voice in contemporary political discourse.
Mary Trump was born to flight attendant Linda Lee Clapp and Fred Trump Jr., a commercial airline pilot and son of real-estate developer Fred Trump (Donald Trump’s father). Her older brother is Frederick Trump III. Tragically, her father, Fred Trump Jr., passed away from a heart attack caused by alcoholism when she was just 16 years old.
Mary graduated from the Ethel Walker School in 1983. She studied English literature at Tufts University, earned a master’s degree in English literature at Columbia University, and holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies at Adelphi University. Authorship and Notable Books:
Mary Trump gained widespread attention with her 2020 book titled “Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World’s Most Dangerous Man”. The book provides an insider’s perspective on the Trump family dynamics, including her uncle Donald Trump. On the day of its release, the book sold nearly one million copies.
She followed up with a second book, “The Reckoning”, in 2021. Legal Battles: In September 2020, Mary Trump filed a lawsuit against her uncle Donald, aunt Maryanne, and the estate of her late uncle Robert. She claimed they defrauded her of tens of millions of dollars from her interests in her grandfather Fred Trump’s real-estate portfolio.
In response, Donald Trump sued Mary for at least $100 million for providing The New York Times with financial documents used in a 2018 exposé about his wealth and the family’s finances. Mary Lea Trump’s candid insights into her family and her uncle’s presidency have made her a significant voice in contemporary political discourse.
Mary Trump blasts Jon Stewart as ‘danger to democracy’ following ‘Daily Show’ return
Psychologist and author Mary L. Trump — an outspoken critic of her uncle, former President Donald Trump — took to social media Tuesday night to rebuke what “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart had to say about this year’s presidential race. Stewart made his return to the program on Monday, hosting for the first time since 2015, and took the opportunity to express what he thought was a fair comparison between the presumptive 2024 nominees.
(Daily News 2/14/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Psychologist and author Mary L. Trump — an outspoken critic of her uncle, former President Donald Trump — took to social media Tuesday night to rebuke what “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart had to say about this year’s presidential race. Stewart made his return to the program on Monday, hosting for the first time since 2015, and took the opportunity to express what he thought was a fair comparison between the presumptive 2024 nominees.
(Daily News 2/14/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==Kim tunnicliffe======
WBZ NewsRadio reporter is let go after 26 years with Boston station: ‘Quite the shock’
A longtime familiar voice on WBZ NewsRadio 1030 won’t be heard by loyal listeners moving forward.
Kim Tunnicliffe, who has been with the Boston radio station for more than a quarter century, announced that she has gotten the boot from the iHeartRadio station. “Some personal news to share. After 26 yrs at WBZ Radio, I’ve been let go due to corporate budget cuts,” Tunnicliffe posted on Monday. “Quite the shock, but I’m taking some time for me, & spending lots of qt w/my pets. They love having me home & honestly, I don’t miss the hellish Boston commute…. (Boston Herald 4/29/24) READ MORE>>>>>
A longtime familiar voice on WBZ NewsRadio 1030 won’t be heard by loyal listeners moving forward.
Kim Tunnicliffe, who has been with the Boston radio station for more than a quarter century, announced that she has gotten the boot from the iHeartRadio station. “Some personal news to share. After 26 yrs at WBZ Radio, I’ve been let go due to corporate budget cuts,” Tunnicliffe posted on Monday. “Quite the shock, but I’m taking some time for me, & spending lots of qt w/my pets. They love having me home & honestly, I don’t miss the hellish Boston commute…. (Boston Herald 4/29/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==jonathan turley======
Fani Willis Hit With 'Difficult Question' in Trump Case
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faces a "difficult question" after Judge Scott McAfee dropped three charges against former President Donald Trump in his election interference case on Wednesday, conservative attorney Jonathan Turley said. McAfee, who is overseeing the trial into Willis' lawsuit against Trump, quashed six charges against Trump and his co-defendants. Trump was charged with three of the counts for allegedly soliciting former Georgia House Speaker David Ralston and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to violate their oaths of office. (Newsweek 3/13/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faces a "difficult question" after Judge Scott McAfee dropped three charges against former President Donald Trump in his election interference case on Wednesday, conservative attorney Jonathan Turley said. McAfee, who is overseeing the trial into Willis' lawsuit against Trump, quashed six charges against Trump and his co-defendants. Trump was charged with three of the counts for allegedly soliciting former Georgia House Speaker David Ralston and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to violate their oaths of office. (Newsweek 3/13/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Fox News’ Jonathan Turley Defends Letitia James Against FDNY Boo Birds and Gets Praised for It by Harris Faulkner: ‘That’s Brilliant!’
Fox News contributor and legal analyst Jonathan Turley defended New York Attorney General Letitia James
against the boo birds who disrupted her speech at a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) ceremony last week during a segment on The Faulkner Focus Monday. The audience of firefighters booed James and chanted “Trump! Trump! Trump!” as James tried to deliver remarks at the event last Thursday. On Fox News, host Harris Faulkner asked Turley about the FDNY’s investigation into those who participated in the chants. An FDNY spokesman has said that it is “looking into those who clearly broke department regulations.
(Media-Ite 3/11/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Fox News contributor and legal analyst Jonathan Turley defended New York Attorney General Letitia James
against the boo birds who disrupted her speech at a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) ceremony last week during a segment on The Faulkner Focus Monday. The audience of firefighters booed James and chanted “Trump! Trump! Trump!” as James tried to deliver remarks at the event last Thursday. On Fox News, host Harris Faulkner asked Turley about the FDNY’s investigation into those who participated in the chants. An FDNY spokesman has said that it is “looking into those who clearly broke department regulations.
(Media-Ite 3/11/24) READ MORE>>>>>
==deborah turness======
CNN’s Christiane Amanpour: ‘We are not impartial…we should be truthful’
The definition and logic of impartiality was debated by CNN‘s Christiane Amanpour and CEO of BBC News Deborah Turness at the 2024 Sir Harry Summit. Following on from a comment Amanpour had made about Trump supporters being pulled into dangerous echo chambers, Turness asked her how to engage with a Trump-voting audience without isolating oneself. (Press-Gazette 5/17/24) READ MORE>>>>>
The definition and logic of impartiality was debated by CNN‘s Christiane Amanpour and CEO of BBC News Deborah Turness at the 2024 Sir Harry Summit. Following on from a comment Amanpour had made about Trump supporters being pulled into dangerous echo chambers, Turness asked her how to engage with a Trump-voting audience without isolating oneself. (Press-Gazette 5/17/24) READ MORE>>>>>