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Morning News Brief: Jared Kushner Rising, Bill O'Reilly's Future, YouTube Ads
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Jared Kushner's star appears to be rising inside the Trump administration. Also, Fox News star Bill O'Reilly is under fire and going on vacation, and YouTube is dealing with concerns from advertisers.
Bill O'Reilly Takes Vacation Amid Sexual Harassement Allegations
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Bill O'Reilly announced Tuesday he would be taking a vacation until April 24. It comes at a precarious time for Fox News's most important star who faces sexual harassment accusations.
Advertisers Back Away From Bill O'Reilly
Friday, April 07, 2017
Advertisers are pulling out of Bill O'Reilly's show on Fox News after O'Reilly paid out millions to settle sexual harassment suits. Some women employees there are distressed he is still on the air.
As Scandals Crest, Fox News Once More Under Siege
Wednesday, April 05, 2017
Advertisers are beginning to pull their commercials from Fox News star Bill O'Reilly's flagship broadcast as allegations of sexual harassment continue to grow.
Paid Political Commentator Files Sexual Harassment Suit Against Ailes
Monday, April 03, 2017
A lawsuit filed on Monday by a paid political commentator for the Fox News Channel alleges past chairman, Roger Ailes, made unwanted sexual advances while holding out the possibility of a promotion.
Fresh Lawsuit Against Ailes Slams Fox News' Response To Harassment Claims
Monday, April 03, 2017
Fox News contributor Julie Roginsky says in the complaint that the network's past chairman, Roger Ailes, made unwanted sexual advances while leading her to believe that a big promotion would follow.
'Vice News Tonight' Seeks To Reinvent TV News For Millennials
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Vice founder Shane Smith and chief news executive Josh Tyrangiel are trying to reinvent TV news for millennials with Vice News Tonight on HBO.
Q: Could U.S. Prosecute Reporters For Classified Scoops? A: Maybe
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
The fraught question came up during a House Intelligence Committee hearing this week. Some Republicans pointed to news stories based on leaks about the activities of Trump associates.
Julia, A Muppet With Autism, Joins The Cast Of 'Sesame Street'
Monday, March 20, 2017
Julia has bright red hair, big green eyes and she loves to draw. She can be a little shy, but Elmo and Abby Cadabby don't mind. She's voiced by Stacey Gordon, whose son is on the autism spectrum, too.
Murdoch And Trump, An Alliance Of Mutual Interest
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
The media titan, long accustomed to influence and access when it comes to Australian and British prime ministers, is poised to enjoy similar status with President Trump.
To Boost Trump Wiretap Claims, White House Leans On Unlikely Source
Wednesday, March 08, 2017
The White House has cited Louise Mensch's reporting to substantiate President Trump's claim that former President Barack Obama had ordered a wiretap on him. But Mensch never said that.
Amid Trump Attacks And Snubs, Zucker's CNN Reclaims Newsy Mission
Thursday, March 02, 2017
Jeff Zucker helped make Trump a TV celebrity while at NBC, and some argue the cable network's blanket campaign coverage helped get him elected. But CNN has become a lead target for Trump's criticism.
Trump White House Takes Steps To Plug Leaks
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
President Trump has denounced reporters for relying on leaks and unidentified sources. Yet, the White House has engaged in some leaks of its own to fight the media.
Lashing Out Against Critical Reports, White House Bars Outlets From Briefing
Friday, February 24, 2017
The move blocked reporters from CNN, The New York Times and others from participating and was seen at least in part as retaliation for a Thursday CNN piece on White House-FBI communications.
Milo Yiannopoulos Resigns From Breitbart After Underage Sex Comments
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Milo Yiannopoulos is having a very bad few days. The 32-year-old conservative provocateur resigned from Breitbart, lost a book contract and a high-profile speaking engagement after past remarks resurfaced showing him seemingly praising pedophilia.
Anonymous Leaks Gain New Prominence In Trump-Era Journalism
Saturday, February 18, 2017
Many of the revelations about the new administration have come from leaks. Journalism outlets have taken various approaches to dealing with the onslaught of information.
Trump Attacks The Media As 'Dishonest'
Friday, February 17, 2017
Donald Trump decided to hold a news conference Thursday, and spent much of it insulting the news media.
Federal Inquiry Said To Focus On Whether Fox News Broke Law In Harassment Payouts
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Attorney Judd Burstein says the securities law probe centers on the masking of settlement payments to victims as salary and compensation to avoid disclosure of the payments and the harassment.
'Wall Street Journal' Editor Defends Trump Coverage At Staff Meeting
Monday, February 13, 2017
The top news executive at The Wall Street Journal, Gerard Baker, called an all-staff meeting on Monday to address newsroom concerns he is soft-pedaling coverage of the new president.
John Oliver On Facts, Donald Trump And The Supreme Court For Dogs
Friday, February 10, 2017
In an NPR interview, the comedian talks about why facts matter more to him as a comedian than the president he's about to lampoon. Oliver's Last Week Tonight returns for a new season on HBO Sunday.