Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretary at the end of August to focus on her family before transitioning to an outside advisory role ahead of the midterms. NEWSMAX’s White House Correspondent Mike Carter has more on her departure and potential successors.
AI:Karoline Leavitt is set to step down as White House Press Secretary at the end of August, citing a desire to focus on her family before transitioning into an external advisory role in preparation for the upcoming midterm elections. As one of the high-profile figures within the Trump administration to exit recently, her departure has sparked intense speculation regarding who will take over the podium to handle media relations and defend the administration's agenda. Potential successors are currently being vetted as the White House seeks to maintain its communications strategy during this transition period.Open
It isn't clear why Shook paid Lane, but one source said the payment was likely a gift in recognition of the advice he provided Shook over the years.
AI:Forbes has terminated its top editor following reports that he received a massive $6 million payment from an individual named Shook. While the specific reasoning for the transaction remains unconfirmed, sources indicate the funds were likely intended as a gift in recognition of long-standing advisory services provided to Shook.Open
The taxpayer-funded University of Michigan’s College of Literature, Science, and the Arts has announced a pilot program starting next fall to conceal traditional letter grades […] Source
AI:The University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts is launching a pilot program next fall to conceal traditional letter grades for incoming freshmen under the guise of protecting student mental health. This move follows a broader trend of academic institutions abandoning rigor and standards in favor of psychological shielding, much like Harvard's recent struggles with grade inflation and the systematic dismantling of core disciplines at Texas A&M. By hiding performance metrics from first-year students, taxpayer-funded universities continue their descent into an era of institutional weakness where objective excellence is sacrificed to appease modern sensibilities.Open
Two people are dead after an Apache military helicopter crashed in Central Texas, according to authorities. They were the only ones on board the helicopter at the time. NewsNation's Xavier Walton reports the latest on Morning in America. Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
AI:An Apache military helicopter crashed in Central Texas near Fort Hood, resulting in the deaths of both personnel on board. The fatal mishap has prompted the Army to temporarily ground all training flights for the aircraft as investigations into the cause of the crash continue.Open
On "Katie Pavlich Tonight," Katie breaks down live updates from primary races in Wisconsin and Minnesota, and talks about what the results will mean for the midterms. Minnesota Senate candidate Michelle Tafoya joins Katie live as her results come in. The stock market is thriving, yet the economy is giving warning signs. Economic experts Steve Moore and Dean Baker join Katie to break down what it may mean for the midterm elections in November. Plus, former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield joins with more insight into Fauci’s leaked text messages, and what it could mean for women wanting answers about the vaccine and their health. NewsNation’s Brian Entin joins with major updates in the Lindsay Clancy trial. #wisconsin #primaries…
AI:Katie Pavlich examines the high-stakes primary races in Wisconsin and Minnesota, including a live appearance from Minnesota Senate candidate Michele Tafoya as results emerge. The discussion shifts to the disconnect between a thriving stock market and troubling economic warning signs that could shape the upcoming November midterms, featuring insights from Steve Moore and Dean Baker. Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield provides critical analysis regarding leaked text messages from Anthony Fauci, addressing concerns over vaccine transparency and women's health, while Brian Entin provides updates on the ongoing Lindsay Clancy trial.Open
Tonight, on "Jesse Weber Live": It's another big primary election night. We're tracking the big developments in Wisconsin and Minnesota, where progressive and moderate Democrats go head-to-head. Plus, a former U.S. Marine detained in Russia for years is finally freed and heading home. We're talking with a former FBI agent who helped secure Robert Gilman's release. And it's day two of jury selection in the trial of the man accused of ordering Tupac's killing. Longtime Tupac friend and member of Digital Underground, Money B, joins Jesse for an exclusive interview. #newsnation #wisconsin #minnesota #election This episode originally aired Aug 11, 2026. "Jesse Weber Live" brings a fresh, fast-paced, and often unexpected take on the day's…
AI:The primary elections in Wisconsin and Minnesota are underway, highlighting a significant internal battle between progressive insurgents and moderate Democrats within the party. The broadcast also covers the release of former U.S. Marine Robert Gilman following years of detention in Russia, featuring insights from an FBI agent involved in the extraction, and provides updates on the Tupac Shakur murder trial as jury selection continues alongside new commentary from Digital Underground member Money B.Open
Sailors aboard the USS Lincoln have been deployed for more than 260 consecutive days at sea, a modern-day record. Now their family members are sounding the alarm over worsening conditions on the ship. Joe blasts Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, whose preoccupation with DEI policy, he says, is harming military readiness.
AI:Sailors aboard the USS Lincoln have endured a record-breaking deployment of over 260 consecutive days at sea, prompting urgent alarms from families regarding deteriorating living conditions and mental strain among the crew. Amidst this ongoing crisis and rising concerns over military readiness, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has faced intense criticism for his preoccupation with DEI policies rather than addressing the immediate struggles of service members facing prolonged deployment in a high-tension environment.Open
There are disturbing new reports about sailors’ mental health and food shortages aboard the USS Lincoln which is deployed in the Middle East. The Navy claims there is no uptick of suicidal ideation on the aircraft carrier. MS NOW Pentagon Reporter Priya Sridhar has more details on what she is hearing from family members of the sailors onboard. MS NOW Reporter Kevin Frey and New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker join Antonia Hylton to discuss.
AI:Amidst a growing crisis aboard the USS Lincoln currently deployed in the Middle East, new reports have surfaced alleging severe food shortages and a worsening mental health epidemic among sailors. While the Navy continues to deny any increase in suicidal ideation on the vessel, families of service members are coming forward with accounts of extreme distress and instability within the crew. This unfolding situation has sparked intense debate over the living conditions provided to military personnel during long-term deployments and whether these internal struggles are being adequately addressed by leadership.Open
Truth Social traffic has plunged while other social media platforms continue to see their numbers climb. This comes as President Trump is being sued over his plan to sell early access to his Truth Social posts. MS NOW Business Analyst Ron Insana and University of Michigan Professor of Public Policy Betsey Stevenson join Antonia Hylton to weigh in.
AI:President Trump is facing legal action and intense scrutiny following plans to sell premium, early access to his Truth Social posts, a move that critics and academics are labeling as a corrupt monetization of official government communication. While mainstream outlets focus on the alleged legality of selling public data through a private company, this initiative follows a pattern of recent litigation regarding how Trump manages information flow across his digital platforms. Despite declining traffic on Truth Social compared to other social media giants, the administration is moving forward with these vanity-driven access schemes, prompting experts to warn that such practices undermine the transparency required for official government…Open
Tucker Carlson and Hunter Biden pose for a photo.Tucker Carlson/Instagram Reported by: Cherry Meigh TimbolNews Content Editor Published August 13, 2026 WASHINGTON — Hunter Biden’s appearance on Tucker Carlson’s podcast has reignited the long-running controversy [...]
AI:Hunter Biden's recent appearance on Tucker Carlson's podcast has reignited the intense national debate surrounding the infamous "laptop from hell," bringing the controversy back into the spotlight after years of media suppression and political maneuvering.Open
