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    Tucker Carlson’s Show Once Acted as ‘Effectively a Senior Adviser’ to Trump

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    At one point during Donald Trump’s presidency, Tucker Carlson’s Fox News program functioned as more than just a primetime show. According to a former Fox News producer quoted in Jason Zengerle’s new book, Hated By All the Right People: Tucker Carlson and the Unraveling of the Conservative Mind, the program was “effectively a senior adviser” to the president.

    Zengerle reports that Carlson’s influence extended deep into the Trump White House. Alyssa Farah Griffin — now a co-host of The View who served in the Trump administration from 2017 to 2020 — said the show was considered required viewing for administration officials.

    According to the book, Jared Kushner once rebuked her after she admitted missing part of an episode. “You can’t work in this White House and not watch Tucker Carlson,” Kushner told her.

    The Daily Mail highlighted those revelations this week, along with another detail from Zengerle’s account: Trump was reportedly frustrated when he could not reach Carlson directly.

    “Tucker was the hot girl that didn’t want to f*ck him,” a former White House official said in the book.

    The same official added that Carlson’s reluctance to be easily accessible “intrigued” Trump and made him more “alluring,” as The Daily Mail described it.

    Carlson’s prominence at the time was reflected in his ratings. Tucker Carlson Tonight set a cable news record in October 2020, averaging 5.36 million viewers. The program routinely drew more than 4 million viewers per month before Carlson’s departure from Fox News in April 2023.

    Fox News experienced a ratings decline immediately following Carlson’s exit, but the network later regained its footing and maintained its position as the top-rated cable news channel. Mediaite reported Wednesday that Fox News averaged 34% more primetime viewers in February than CNN and MSNBC combined, crediting much of that performance to Carlson’s replacement, Jesse Watters.

    The relationship between Trump and Carlson appears to have evolved since Trump returned to the White House last year. Carlson has been seen visiting the White House several times. However, tensions may remain. According to Free Press reporter Eli Lake, Trump “has privately urged the popular podcast host to end his battle with prominent pro-Israel MAGA influencers,” believing the dispute could harm Republican prospects in the 2026 midterm elections.

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    Palm Beach County Signs Off On Trump Airport Trademark Deal

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    Palm Beach County commissioners narrowly approved a controversial trademark agreement Tuesday that clears the way for Palm Beach International Airport to be renamed after President Donald Trump — pushing forward a politically charged project that has divided local leaders and raised fresh concerns about taxpayer costs and oversight.

    In a 4-3 vote, the commission signed off on a licensing deal with DTTM Operations LLC, the Trump family company that manages the president’s trademarks. The agreement gives Trump’s organization significant control over how the airport’s new identity is used, including authority over branding, marketing materials and the sale of airport-themed merchandise.

    The vote marks the first official action by county commissioners tied directly to the airport renaming effort, which was mandated earlier this year by Florida lawmakers and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

    Under the agreement, the airport is expected to adopt the name “President Donald J. Trump International Airport,” matching trademark filings submitted by Trump’s company in February.

    Supporters of the deal argued the county had little choice but to move forward after state lawmakers forced the renaming through Tallahassee. Republican commissioners said approving the trademark agreement ensures Palm Beach County retains at least some role in negotiations surrounding the airport’s future branding and operations.

    But critics warned the agreement grants unusually broad authority to Trump’s business organization while locking the county into a deal with no clear exit strategy.

    Democratic commissioners Gregg Weiss, Joel Flores and Bobby Powell Jr. voted against the measure, saying they were given less than 24 hours to review the final agreement before Tuesday’s meeting.

    They also raised concerns about provisions allowing Trump’s company to approve how the president’s image and biography are used in airport promotions and displays. Another clause requires airport retailers to source airport-branded merchandise only from vendors approved by Trump’s organization.

    Trademark attorney Josh Gerben said portions of the agreement go beyond what is typically included in standard licensing deals.

    “Normally a trademark agreement focuses on quality control standards,” Gerben said. “It’s unusual to see language requiring retailers to purchase merchandise from approved sellers selected by the trademark owner.”

    County Attorney David Ottey defended the provision during Tuesday’s meeting, saying it was designed to maintain quality standards and insisting the Trump family would not financially benefit from sales made inside the airport. However, county officials acknowledged they still do not know which vendors may ultimately be approved.

    The agreement also contains no termination clause, meaning Palm Beach County would remain bound by the deal indefinitely unless state law changes in the future.

    Beyond the political controversy, county officials continue to warn about the financial impact of the renaming project. Administrators estimate the airport overhaul — including signage changes, marketing updates, federal documentation and operational adjustments — could cost taxpayers roughly $5.5 million.

    County leaders have repeatedly urged the state to cover those costs rather than forcing local officials to redirect funding away from other infrastructure projects.

    Officials have also raised concerns in recent months about possible safety and logistical complications tied to changing the airport’s name, particularly involving aviation systems, emergency coordination and federal regulatory updates.

    Still, with Tuesday’s approval now complete and Trump having already signed the agreement over the weekend, the renaming effort appears poised to move ahead — cementing one of the most politically symbolic airport name changes in the country.

    This article originally appeared on Official Trump Tracker. Republished with permission.

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    President Donald Trump’s White House Christmas Celebrations: A Look Back

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    Madeleine Jackson
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    By The White House from Washington, DC - 2019 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Public Domain,

    Few presidents embraced the Christmas season—and the deeper meaning behind it—with the enthusiasm and clarity that President Donald J. Trump brought to the White House. For many Americans, his Christmas messages were a welcome return to tradition, faith, and a confident acknowledgment of our nation’s Christian heritage. From proudly restoring “Merry Christmas” to the national vocabulary to showcasing patriotic and faith-centered décor, President Trump’s celebrations struck a chord with Republican and conservative families across the country.

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    Below is a warm retrospective on the Christmases of the Trump years—and the themes that made them unforgettable.

    🎁 2017: “We Say Merry Christmas Again”

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    President Trump’s first Christmas in the White House set the tone for the next four years. His message was unmistakable: America would celebrate Christmas boldly, respectfully, and unapologetically.

    Key Highlights:

    • Restoring tradition: Trump emphasized the importance of returning “Merry Christmas” to the national spotlight after years of cultural pressure toward secular alternatives.
    • A celebration of faith: In his 2017 address, he spoke openly about the birth of Jesus Christ and the “miracle of Christmas.”
    • Melania Trump’s décor: The First Lady unveiled a classic theme featuring rich reds, gold ornaments, and traditional greenery—reminiscent of historic American Christmases.

    This first year resonated deeply with conservative households who felt the holiday’s religious roots deserved renewed honor.

    ⭐ 2018: “We Remember That Our Faith and Values Guide Us”

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    In 2018, the White House emphasized unity, charity, and gratitude.

    Key Themes:

    • Honoring American service: President Trump paid tribute to servicemembers stationed abroad and highlighted the sacrifices of military families during the holidays.
    • A patriotic palette: Melania Trump introduced a bold display featuring red Christmas trees, symbolizing American bravery and the spirit of the season.
    • Renewed emphasis on hope: The President reminded Americans that Christmas celebrates “the greatest story ever told.”

    This year showcased the administration’s commitment to faith, patriotism, and the belief in America’s enduring goodness.

    🎄 2019: “Christmas Reminds Us All of God’s Boundless Love”

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    The 2019 Christmas season brought an elegant and traditional theme, and some of the administration’s strongest spiritual messaging.

    Key Themes:

    • Faith at the forefront: President Trump spoke extensively about Christ’s role in inspiring compassion, unity, and goodwill.
    • Classic American Christmas décor: Melania featured gold, green, and white elements evoking timeless holiday charm.
    • Celebrating American exceptionalism: The President highlighted the blessings of liberty and the responsibility to preserve them.

    This celebration reflected a serene confidence in America’s cultural foundations and its deeply rooted Christian values.

    🎆 2020: “A Season of Hope in a Challenging Year”

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    Amid the trials of 2020, Christmas at the White House carried a message of resilience and faith.

    Key Themes:

    • Encouraging a nation under strain: President Trump called on Americans to rely on their faith and families to carry them through adversity.
    • Decor honoring essential workers: Melania’s theme celebrated hospital staff, first responders, and volunteers nationwide.
    • A message of unity and prayer: The President emphasized that the Christmas miracle reminds us that God is with us, even in difficult times.

    In a year marked by uncertainty, this message struck a comforting note for many families.

    🎚️ A Legacy of Faith, Patriotism, and “Merry Christmas”

    Across his four Christmas seasons in the White House, President Trump consistently emphasized:

    • The religious meaning of Christmas
    • American tradition and patriotism
    • Gratitude for military and essential workers
    • Unity rooted in faith and freedom
    • A bold return to “Merry Christmas” in public life

    For many on the Right, these celebrations offered a refreshing reaffirmation of America’s founding values and spiritual heritage.

    🌟 Closing Message for This Christmas

    As we celebrate Christmas this year, President Trump’s holiday messages continue to resonate:
    Faith matters. Traditions matter. America matters.
    And the Christmas season remains a time to remember the blessings of liberty, the strength of family, and the boundless love of God.

    From our Great America News Desk team to you and your family—
    Merry Christmas, and God Bless America.

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    Appeals Court Upholds Trump Gag Order

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      On Friday, an appeals court largely upheld a gag order limiting former President Donald Trump’s statements in his federal election interference case.

      The ruling from a three-judge panel of the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals largely affirms a prior ruling from Judge Tanya Chutkan. The initial order barred Trump from making statements that “target” foreseeable witnesses, court staff, and prosecutors.

      The Hill has more:

      The appeals court refined that directive, barring Trump from any statements “made with the intent to materially interfere with, or to cause others to materially interfere with” the course of the case.

      But it removed Smith from the list of protected court staff, giving Trump free reign to go after a prosecutor he is fond of taunting as “deranged.” 

      “We agree with the district court that some aspects of Mr. Trump’s public statements pose a significant and imminent threat to the fair and orderly adjudication of the ongoing criminal proceeding, warranting a speech-constraining protective order. The district court’s order, however, sweeps in more protected speech than is necessary,” the panel wrote.

      Read the ruling here:

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      Watch: DeSantis Calls To Remove Biden From Power After Shocking Report

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        Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) slammed President Joe Biden’s response to Special Counsel Robert Hur’s report on the President’s handling of classified materials.

        DeSantis made the remarks during an interview with Mark Levin after Hur’s report at the conclusion of his criminal investigation into Biden said that Biden “willfully retained and disclosed classified materials after his vice presidency when he was a private citizen” but that prosecutors “conclude that no criminal charges are warranted,” adding that they “also considered that, at trial, Mr. Biden would likely present himself to a jury…as a sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory.”

        The Florida Republican suggested Biden be removed from office under the 25th Amendment, arguing Biden is “too senile” to be trusted with national security matters.

        “This was willful retention of documents over many decades, this was like a pattern and practice when he was a U.S. senator, when he was vice president, when he got out of office,” DeSantis said. “And I think back to the Hillary Clinton case which you and I both thought merited prosecution at the time. But Hillary, she set up that server, it wasn’t about classified, she just didn’t want her communications to be subjected to FOIA because of whatever she was doing, Clinton Foundation, who knows. So she was willing to risk exposure of classified by having this private server.”

        “Biden, I think was even more willful because he was doing this for a pattern of practice,” he continued, noting that the special counsel “clearly had the goods” if he wanted to go forward and charge Biden.

        “But they are hanging their hat on the fact that this guy is effectively not mentally competent to stand trial,” he said. “How pathetic is that for our country that this is the guy with the nuclear codes?”

        “If you had a Republican president or even a candidate who had the same level of mental acuity, same level of dementia as Joe Biden did, it would be a nonstop feeding frenzy by the corporate media,” DeSantis said. “The media has very much run cover and interference for Biden.”

        “I think the question is, is he went out on the press conference the other night, it was a disaster,” he continued. “Did his staff not want him to do that or did they want him to do that knowing maybe this ends up causing the Democrat Party to look elsewhere come convention time? Because I can tell you as bad as Biden’s policies are, which is the main reason I’ve opposed him from the start, if you ask the average American voter, the thing they like least about him is the fact that he’s lost so much on his fastball and that he’s just not up to the job. That’s not something you can cure.”

        Trump Reveals Details Of When Barron Learned Of Assassination Attempt

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          The details are coming out…

          Former President Trump said his youngest son, Barron, was playing tennis when he learned in July that his father had been shot at a rally in Pennsylvania.

          Trump recounted the experience in a sit-down interview with Fox News’s “The Ingraham Angle” this weekend, when he returned to the site of the assassination attempt this summer. The interview will air in full Monday evening and a preview was released earlier in the day.

          “Barron was playing tennis with his friends, and somebody walked over and – ran over – and said, ‘Your father’s been shot. He’s been shot,’” Trump said in the interview preview.

          “Barron, and Barron really likes his father a lot,” Trump continued.

          “And he came in: ‘Mom, Mom, Mom, what happened?’ So, and then they saw me get up, and then they saw the fist pump,” Trump said, referring to the viral image taken just moments after he was shot of him raising his fist in the air.

          Trump returned to Butler, Pa. this weekend for the first time since the assassination attempt nearly three months ago.

          Trump, on Saturday, was joined at his return rally by several high-profile guests, including his running mate, Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio), Republican National Committee Co-Chair Lara Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk.

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          Republican Billionaire Says Trump Failed To Meet ‘Low Expectations’

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            During a recent interview high-profile Republican billionaire Peter Theil said he was disappointed by former President Trump’s time in office.

            During an interview with The Atlantic’s Barton Gellman, Thiel said “voting for Trump was like a not very articulate scream for help,” which he hoped would change the country for the better but ultimately he was left disappointed.

            “There are a lot of things I got wrong,” Thiel told Gellman. “It was crazier than I thought. It was more dangerous than I thought. They couldn’t get the most basic pieces of the government to work. So that was—I think that part was maybe worse than even my low expectations.”

            Thiel, who financially backed Trump in 2016, also told Glemman he recently received a call from Trump over his refusal to contribute to his latest campaign. Trump reportedly told Theil “he was very sad” and “had expected way more” from the Republican businessman.

            “Months later, word got back to Thiel that Trump had called [Blake] Masters to discourage him from running for Senate again, and had called Thiel a ‘fucking scumbag,’” Gellman reported, adding that Thiel no longer wanted to make any donations to Republican candidates in the near future.

            Thiel told Gellman, “There’s always a chance I might change my mind. But by talking to you, it makes it hard for me to change my mind. My husband doesn’t want me to give them any more money, and he’s right. I know they’re going to be pestering me like crazy. And by talking to you, it’s going to lock me out of the cycle for 2024.”

            Thiel also called Trump’s attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election “not helpful,” and reportedly told Gellman that while Trump “did not turn out to be the revolutionary Thiel had hoped he might be,” he would not “refashion himself a Never Trumper in retrospect.”

            While the Republican billionaire has sworn off contributing to political candidates in the immediate future, Theil did express his support for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in May.

            Ex-MSNBC Host Signals ‘Hope’ Trump Gets Assassinated

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              Yikes…

              Ex-MSNBC host Keith Olbermann drew swift criticism over the weekend when he seemed to express hope former President Donald Trump is assassinated.

              According to Fox News, Olbermann was referring to the Biden-Harris HQ X account flagging a clip of Trump saying he had been persecuted worse than any president in history, including Abraham Lincoln.

              “Trump says he has been treated worse than Abraham Lincoln, who was assassinated,” the Biden campaign account posted on Saturday.

              “There’s always the hope,” Olbermann wrote, linking to the post.

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              One account that responded to Olbermann’s post suggested the commentator’s account should be “permanently suspended” for appearing to endorse someone killing Trump, the presumptive nominee for the 2024 Republican nomination. Trump is trying to become only the second president since Grover Cleveland to win another White House term after losing a previous re-election bid.

              Olbermann is known for his inflammatory leftist comments and has also recently called for the dissolution of the Supreme Court.

              House Democrats File Bill to Form 25th Amendment Commission to Assess Trump’s Mental Fitness

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              Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) is leading the latest Democratic push to remove President Donald Trump from office—but like past efforts, this one faces steep odds, even as it draws a larger bloc of support.

              Raskin, the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, has rolled out a new bill backed by roughly 50 House Democrats that would create a commission to evaluate Trump’s mental fitness under the 25th Amendment.

              The proposal would assemble a bipartisan panel of physicians and former top officials to determine whether Trump is “mentally or physically unable” to carry out his duties.

              “The Constitution explicitly vests Congress with the authority to create a body that will guarantee the successful continuity of government by responding to presidential incapacity to discharge the powers and duties of office,” Raskin said. “We have a solemn duty to play our defined role under the 25th Amendment by setting up this body to act alongside the Vice President and the Cabinet.”

              He added, “Public trust in Donald Trump’s ability to meet the duties of his office has dropped to unprecedented lows as he threatens to destroy entire civilizations.”

              Raskin has also formally pushed for a medical evaluation of the president, citing what he called “incoherent, volatile, profane, deranged, and threatening” public comments tied to the Iran conflict.

              But here’s the reality: the effort is a long shot.

              Republicans still control both chambers of Congress, meaning the bill is unlikely to pass—and even if it did, Trump could veto it. More importantly, the 25th Amendment would require Vice President JD Vance and the Cabinet to sign off on removing Trump, a scenario widely seen as improbable.

              Even in the unlikely event that hurdle were cleared, Congress would still need a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate to make any removal permanent.

              In other words, this is far from a realistic path to ousting the president.

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              Still, the size of the backing is notable. About 50 Democrats have signed on, making this one of the more organized removal efforts of Trump’s second term so far.

              It also comes amid a broader wave of attempts by Democrats to challenge Trump’s presidency—from new impeachment articles filed by multiple lawmakers to calls for the 25th Amendment following his escalating rhetoric on Iran.

              That pattern isn’t new. Trump was impeached twice during his first term, with both efforts ultimately failing to remove him from office in the Senate. Now, similar political battles are resurfacing, though with slightly broader coordination this time.

              The White House quickly dismissed Raskin’s latest push.

              “Lightweight Jamie Raskin is a stupid person’s idea of a smart person,” said spokesperson Davis Ingle. “President Trump’s sharpness, unmatched energy, and historic accessibility stand in stark contrast to what we saw during the past four years when Democrats like Raskin intentionally covered up Joe Biden’s serious mental and physical decline from the American people.”

              Trump himself has defended his rhetoric, arguing his hardline stance forced Iran to the negotiating table and helped secure a temporary ceasefire.

              For now, Raskin’s plan is unlikely to go anywhere. But the growing number of Democrats backing it—and the renewed push for impeachment and removal—signals that the political fight over Trump’s presidency is only heating up.

              Trump Awards Medal of Honor to Fallen Army Ranger During Personal Phone Call

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              President Donald Trump personally called the family of Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis to inform them that their son would be awarded the Medal of Honor—the nation’s highest military decoration.

              The emotional phone call, captured on video, shows Ollis’ father, Robert, answering the call on speakerphone, visibly stunned as the president delivers the news.

              “We’re very nervous,” Robert Ollis says at the start of the call.

              “You should be, because your son is going to get the highest honor that you can have,” President Trump replied. “There is no higher honor than the Congressional Medal of Honor.”

              Robert’s disbelief quickly turned to joy, his mouth hanging open before breaking into a wide smile as the weight of the moment set in.

              “He’s looking down at you right now,” Trump told the family. “He’s saying, ‘Well, my mom and dad are handling this pretty well.’”

              “Thank you so much, Mr. President. You have no idea the happiness we have,” Robert responded.

              Ollis’ mother, Linda, expressed gratitude not only for the recognition, but for the years-long effort it took to make it happen.

              “Thank you for facilitating this! This is so wonderful,” she said, explaining that the family had advocated for years, reaching out to countless officials and organizations to ensure their son’s heroism was properly recognized.

              President Trump acknowledged that persistence, noting that grassroots advocacy—often led by families and veterans—is essential to ensuring acts of valor are not forgotten.

              “Otherwise, how are we going to know, right?” Trump said. “People don’t know. So I think that’s fantastic.”

              The decision comes after sustained advocacy from veterans’ groups, elected officials, and the Staten Island community, all of whom argued that Ollis’ actions clearly met the standard for the Medal of Honor.

              Staff Sgt. Ollis, a U.S. Army Ranger from Staten Island, was killed in Afghanistan on August 28, 2013. During a suicide bombing, the 24-year-old soldier threw himself over a Polish army officer, sacrificing his life to save that of an allied serviceman—an act emblematic of the selflessness and courage that define America’s warriors.

              The Medal of Honor is awarded for acts that go far beyond the call of duty, recognizing “conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life,” according to the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. While criteria have evolved, the standard has always reflected extraordinary courage. The current guidelines were formalized during the Vietnam War in 1963.

              As the call continued, President Trump reflected candidly on the magnitude of Ollis’ sacrifice.

              “I read what your son did, and it’s—I wouldn’t do it, Linda,” Trump said.

              “I’m not brave enough either,” Linda replied softly.

              “Neither am I,” Robert added. “Even though I’m a Vietnam vet, I still wouldn’t have done it.”

              Trump urged the family to come together and celebrate their son’s legacy, telling them that Michael Ollis would be proud of them.

              Near the end of the call, a woman could be heard excitedly shouting in the background: “Yes, we’re going to the White House, we love you, we’re praying for you every day. Yes, let’s do this MAGA.”

              Robert identified the woman as his daughter, gently signaling for her to calm down.

              “Hey Robert, bring them all down,” Trump said, inviting the family to the White House before ending the call.

              Watch the heartwarming moment below:

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