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January 7, 2025
Media

This High-Stakes Lawsuit Against CNN is About to Begin.

Jury selection is underway for a defamation lawsuit against CNN, brought by Navy veteran Zachary Young over a 2021 segment aired on The Lead with Jake Tapper. The report suggested that Young was involved in illicit activities, charging large sums to facilitate evacuations from Afghanistan. Young claims these allegations harmed his reputation and career.

The program featured discussions on the challenges Afghans faced while fleeing the Taliban, referring to black markets and high prices. Young was the only individual identified in connection to these activities, with commentary suggesting unethical conduct. Young filed his lawsuit in June 2022, asserting the segment was misleading and unfairly damaged his reputation and business.

Young’s legal team has uncovered internal CNN communications that they believe demonstrate an intention to damage Young’s reputation. These include assertions about flaws in the segment and inappropriate remarks about Young. CNN eventually acknowledged inaccuracies in its reporting, with Pamela Brown issuing an apology in March 2022, clarifying that no association with a black market evacuation scheme was intended.

Despite CNN’s apology, Judge William S. Henry decided the network could still face legal action, noting the retraction was not broadcast in other shows where the segment aired or posted online. CNN continues defending its segment, arguing it was pursuing legitimate concerns about the financial demands of escaping Afghanistan. The network claims it was unaware of the full details of Young’s business practices due to his lack of cooperation and alleged ‘misinformation.’

This trial follows high-profile defamation cases against media outlets like ABC, which agreed to a $15 million settlement with President-elect Donald J. Trump over George Stephanopoulos’s false assertion Trump was found liable for rape.

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Jury selection is underway for a defamation lawsuit against CNN, brought by Navy veteran Zachary Young over a 2021 segment aired on The Lead with Jake Tapper. The report suggested that Young was involved in illicit activities, charging large sums to facilitate evacuations from Afghanistan. Young claims these allegations harmed his reputation and career. show more
January 6, 2025
William Upton
Media
Politics

‘The View’ Goes Off the Deep End, Likens Jan 6 to the Holocaust.

The View‘s Sunny Hostin, known for outlandish and often absurd political statements, is now likening the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots to the Holocaust. Speaking on the ABC mid-day talk show, Hostin lamented that most Americans appear to have moved on from the unrest that occurred four years ago in Washington, D.C.

“I think we need to find moral clarity, you know, in this country,” Hostin said as co-host Whoopi Goldberg looked on. “I just remember after January 6, you had someone like Mitch McConnell placing the blame on January 6 where it belongs—squarely on Donald Trump’s shoulders. And then you started seeing people backtrack that and losing their moral center. You had Condoleezza Rice, I believe—on this very show—saying, ‘You know we need to move on from January 6.'”

“I say no. You don’t move on. Because January 6 was an atrocity. It was one of the worst moments in American history. And when you think about the worst moments in American history, you know, like World War Two—things that happened—like the Holocaust, chattel slavery, we need to never forget. Because past becomes prologue if you forget any race.”

While the far-left host of The View insists the Capitol riots stand in moral equivalence to some of the darkest moments in modern history, the scale does not appear to be comparable. Four total individuals died during the riots—all were protestors, including Ashli Babbitt, who was shot and killed at point-blank range by Capitol Police Officer Lt. Michael Byrd while trying to climb through a window near the House Chamber, unarmed.

Meanwhile, the Holocaust saw Nazi Germany exterminate over six million Jews on an industrial scale, and the American practice of chattel slavery saw just over 10 million mostly African-heritage individuals held in bondage in the United States.

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The View's Sunny Hostin, known for outlandish and often absurd political statements, is now likening the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots to the Holocaust. Speaking on the ABC mid-day talk show, Hostin lamented that most Americans appear to have moved on from the unrest that occurred four years ago in Washington, D.C. show more
January 6, 2025
William Upton
Media
TECH

Ousted WaPo Reporter Lobbies Instagram to Show Teens More LGBT Content.

Disgraced former Washington Post reporter Taylor Lorenz is pushing Meta‘s Instagram social media platform to expose teenagers to more LGBT content. Lorenz, who has a concerning history regarding her interactions and behavior towards minors on social media despite being around 41 years old, claims Instagram is removing content warnings on posts with LGBT-related hashtags after she complained to the company.

“Instagram blocked teens from searching LGBTQ-related content for months,” Lorenz wrote on the far-left Bluesky—a clone of X (formerly Twitter) which has become popular among progressive activists, Never Trumpers, and pedophiles following President-elect Donald J. Trump’s landslide 2024 election victory. She continues: “Posts with LGBTQ+ hashtags were hidden under Meta’s ‘sensitive content’ policy which restricts ‘sexually suggestive content’, Meta said they are fixing this ‘error’ after I reached out for comment.”


The National Pulse has previously reported that Instagram failed to prevent the promotion of child-sexualizing material—in some instances, pushed under the guise of LGBT content.

In 2023, a Wall Street Journal investigation found that test accounts used to follow young gymnasts, cheerleaders, and other active teenage influencers were quickly inundated with “salacious content” such as inappropriate footage of children as well as “overtly sexual adult videos.” Investigations conducted by Stanford University and the University of Massachusetts Amherst found similar issues with Instagram’s content promoted through its algorithm.

Meanwhile, Lorenz was forced out of our role at The Washington Post late last year after she lied regarding her own post on Instagram, calling President Joe Biden a “war criminal.” Subsequently, Lorenz was dropped by Vox Media after she promoted violence against American healthcare CEOs on Bluesky following the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

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Disgraced former Washington Post reporter Taylor Lorenz is pushing Meta's Instagram social media platform to expose teenagers to more LGBT content. Lorenz, who has a concerning history regarding her interactions and behavior towards minors on social media despite being around 41 years old, claims Instagram is removing content warnings on posts with LGBT-related hashtags after she complained to the company. show more
January 6, 2025
Media

Jeff Bezos’s Failing Washington Post Faces ANOTHER Round of Layoffs.

The Washington Post—owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos—is expected to announce significant layoffs this week, particularly affecting its business division. Several dozen positions will likely be cut in the organization led by publisher and CEO Will Lewis.

The anticipated layoffs follow a period of significant staff turnover at the newspaper, which has seen several high-profile departures recently. Notably, Josh Dawsey is leaving for a role at The Wall Street Journal. He joins other former staffers such as Matea Gold, Ashley Parker, Michael Scherer, Charles Lane, Tyler Pager, and Amanda Katz, who have also exited the publication.

The changes are likely to further affect the newspaper’s flagging morale. In November 2023, The Washington Post saw over 100 employees depart through layoffs and buyouts as it struggled to retain readership. In the hopes of broadening the newspaper’s appeal beyond its currently far-left readership, Bezos prevented its editorial board from endorsing Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential election. However, the move resulted in a loss of over 250,000 subscribers.

The 2023 layoffs were followed by an employee strike, which saw reporters and staff walk out over a 24-hour period, demanding higher pay and expanded remote work options.

The Washington Post isn’t the only corporate media outlet struggling after President-elect Donald J. Trump’s landslide election victory. Both CNN and MSNBC have seen their television ratings crater since the November election, prompting executives to push for on-air talent salary cuts and staff reductions.

In mid-December, Gloria Borger—a nearly two-decade veteran of CNN—left the network. Meanwhile, MSNBC hosts Joy Reid and Stephanie Ruhle were forced to take pay reductions to stay on air.

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The Washington Post—owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos—is expected to announce significant layoffs this week, particularly affecting its business division. Several dozen positions will likely be cut in the organization led by publisher and CEO Will Lewis. show more
January 4, 2025
Media
World

The Palestinians Are Fighting Amongst Each Other Again.

The Palestinian Authority has halted Qatari-owned Al Jazeera broadcasts in parts of the West Bank, accusing the channel of incitement and bias. Al Jazeera, known for a pro-Palestinian slant, condemned the move, claiming it is an attempt to suppress information about events in the territories. The closure follows coverage of a security crackdown in Jenin, where at least 11 people have died.

Al Jazeera, already barred in Israel, faced enforcement actions in Ramallah, marking the second such incident in recent months. Video footage showed a uniformed officer delivering closure orders to Al Jazeera staff.

The Fatah-led Palestinian Authority, which holds no power in Gaza, has accused Al Jazeera of sowing discord within the region. The Authority, cooperating with Israeli security, faces declining public support, particularly in Jenin, a stronghold for armed factions.

Security operations in Jenin have intensified since December, with battles against groups linked to Islamic Jihad and Hamas. Analysts suggest the Palestinian Authority seeks to reassert control and demonstrate its strategic significance to international stakeholders, including the future U.S. administration.

The crackdown on Al Jazeera follows Israel’s similar actions. The Israeli parliament previously voted to close the broadcaster, citing national security concerns.

Qatar owns not only Al Jazeera but also several other major outlets, including AJ+. The Qataris have spent billions of dollars advocating for groups like Hamas, the Muslim Brotherhood, and Hezbollah over the years.

The National Pulse’s Editor-in-Chief, Raheem Kassam, has previously spoken on Qatari media influence in the U.S., noting how Al Jazeera pushed far-left viewpoints supporting activists like Black Lives Matter (BLM).

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The Palestinian Authority has halted Qatari-owned Al Jazeera broadcasts in parts of the West Bank, accusing the channel of incitement and bias. Al Jazeera, known for a pro-Palestinian slant, condemned the move, claiming it is an attempt to suppress information about events in the territories. The closure follows coverage of a security crackdown in Jenin, where at least 11 people have died. show more
December 30, 2024
William Upton
Media
Politics

Top Corporate Reporter Admits Media FAILED in Covering Biden’s Cognitive Decline.

CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford admits that the corporate media failed to adequately cover the cognitive decline of 82-year-old President Joe Biden. On Sunday’s Face the Nation, Crawford revealed that the national media, including CBS, avoided questioning whether Biden was fit to serve another four years in office prior to his disastrous June debate with President-elect Donald J. Trump.

“Undercovered and underreported, that would be, to me, Joe Biden’s obvious cognitive decline that became undeniable in the televised debate,” Crawford said after the Face the Nation panel was asked which stories flew under the radar in 2024. The chief legal correspondent continued: “It is starting to emerge now that his advisors kind of managed his limitations.”

“We should have much more forcefully questioned whether he was fit for office for another four years, which could have led to a primary for the Democrats,” Crawford concluded, noting that Biden’s continued insistence that he should have run and would have won is either delusional on his part or his advisors are continuing to gaslight the country.

The National Pulse extensively reported on Biden’s cognitive health and the White House’s refusal to submit the octagenarian Democrat to a cognitive exam. Notably, three key White House aids are allegedly responsible for “managing” Biden and hiding his deteriorating health from the American public: First Lady Jill Biden‘s top aide Anthony Bernal, deputy chief of staff Annie Tomasini, and senior adviser Ashley Williams.

Bernal, Tomasini, and Williams formed a “protective bubble” around Biden, shielding the 82-year-old president from his own cabinet officials during periods of suspected incapacitation. Additional allegations point to First Lady Jill Biden often directing and managing her husband during public events.

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CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford admits that the corporate media failed to adequately cover the cognitive decline of 82-year-old President Joe Biden. On Sunday's Face the Nation, Crawford revealed that the national media, including CBS, avoided questioning whether Biden was fit to serve another four years in office prior to his disastrous June debate with President-elect Donald J. Trump. show more
December 29, 2024
Media

WATCH: Kassam, Poso, Winters, Lisec Discuss Journalism at Turning Point’s AmFest 2024.

Before a packed-out crowd at the Turning Point AmFest conference, The National Pulse’s Editor-in-Chief Raheem Kassam, Human Events host Jack Posobiec, War Room co-host Natalie Winters, and author Joshua Lisec discussed how being a “social media influencer” is simply not enough, especially for the youth of the Western world.

Below, watch one of the best panels from AmFest, and consider making a donation to The National Pulse to support more events and training like this one:

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Before a packed-out crowd at the Turning Point AmFest conference, The National Pulse's Editor-in-Chief Raheem Kassam, Human Events host Jack Posobiec, War Room co-host Natalie Winters, and author Joshua Lisec discussed how being a "social media influencer" is simply not enough, especially for the youth of the Western world. show more
December 24, 2024
Media

Trump’s Incoming FCC Chair Rubs Salt Into ABC’s Stephanopoulos Wound in Letter to Bob Iger.

Incoming FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, tapped by President Trump, has blasted ABC News and its parent company, Disney, following a humiliating $15 million defamation settlement related to the network’s coverage of Trump. In a scathing letter to Disney CEO Robert Iger, Carr criticized the network’s conduct as emblematic of the national media’s cratering trustworthiness, with public confidence in mass media hitting a historic low of 31 percent, according to Gallup.

Carr’s remarks spotlight ABC’s lack of credibility, particularly in light of its recent legal loss to Trump, where the network admitted regret over statements made by George Stephanopoulos during a high-profile interview. The debacle, Carr argues, epitomizes the arrogance of national media organizations that have eroded public trust while treating accountability as optional.

But Carr’s criticism extends beyond past missteps. He lambasts ABC’s ongoing negotiations with local affiliate stations, accusing the network of leveraging its power to impose harsh financial demands that harm local broadcasters—outlets still widely trusted by Americans across the political spectrum. The Commissioner also highlighted reports that ABC is using these negotiations to redirect local revenue toward propping up its direct-to-consumer streaming platforms like Disney+ and Hulu.

“This isn’t how Congress envisioned the system working,” Carr warned, calling ABC’s tactics a betrayal of the public interest. He pledged that the FCC would intervene if national networks like ABC continue exploiting their affiliates at the expense of local communities.

Carr’s strong rebuke sets the stage for a showdown between Trump’s FCC and media conglomerates that have long dominated the news landscape. As ABC reels from the fallout of its Trump settlement, the network now faces a potential reckoning not only in public perception but also in regulatory oversight.

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Incoming FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, tapped by President Trump, has blasted ABC News and its parent company, Disney, following a humiliating $15 million defamation settlement related to the network’s coverage of Trump. In a scathing letter to Disney CEO Robert Iger, Carr criticized the network’s conduct as emblematic of the national media’s cratering trustworthiness, with public confidence in mass media hitting a historic low of 31 percent, according to Gallup. show more
December 20, 2024
Election 2024
Media

Kamala Poised for Lucrative Book Deal Despite Landslide Election Loss.

Kamala Harris is set to rebound from her historic election loss to President-elect Donald J. Trump with substantial offers from publishers for a potential book deal. Media speculation suggests leading publishing houses are offering up to $20 million for exclusive rights to a book detailing Harris’s experiences, including her election campaign.

According to one insider, “Virtually the moment Kamala lost to Trump, offers began pouring in from the publishing world.” The proposed book is expected to cover her interactions with Joe Biden, campaign strategies, and the events that unfolded within the Oval Office.

In addition to publishing offers, there is speculation regarding potential interest from streaming services such as Netflix, which is considering producing content related to Harris after her tenure as Vice President. Similar endeavors have been pursued with other political figures, though outcomes vary.

Book deals for political figures are historically lucrative. In 2001, former President Bill Clinton secured a $10 million advance for his memoir. Later, in 2017, Barack and Michelle Obama negotiated a $65 million agreement with Penguin Random House for their joint publications.

Critics, however, question a Harris book’s potential success. Some note the challenges she faced in communicating effectively with the electorate during her campaign. Others recall past accusations of plagiarism related to her 2009 publication, Smart on Crime, which she co-authored while she served as San Francisco’s district attorney.

Image by Gage Skidmore.

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Kamala Harris is set to rebound from her historic election loss to President-elect Donald J. Trump with substantial offers from publishers for a potential book deal. Media speculation suggests leading publishing houses are offering up to $20 million for exclusive rights to a book detailing Harris's experiences, including her election campaign. show more
December 20, 2024
Media

MSNBC Wants Anchors Joy Reid and Stephanie Ruhle to Take Pay Cuts as Network Spirals.

MSNBC hosts Joy Reid and Stephanie Ruhle are reportedly being asked to accept reduced salaries to maintain their roles as the network seeks to cut costs. This development follows a recent pay cut for Rachel Maddow, whose salary was reduced by $5 million annually. The far-left news network has seen ratings plummet for its flagship programming since President-elect Donald J. Trump’s landslide 2024 election victory.

Joy Reid, currently hosting the 8 PM show The ReidOut, is believed to earn $3 million annually. Reid, with MSNBC since 2011 and a primetime anchor since 2020, has recently reemerged as a leading conspiracy theorist regarding the first assassination attempt against Trump and other ‘BlueAnon‘ figments. Meanwhile, Stephanie Ruhle, who hosts The 11th Hour at 11 PM weeknights, reportedly receives $2 million annually. Ruhle, known for her critiques of Donald Trump, recently acknowledged his accessibility to the press compared to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

Jonathan Lemire, newly appointed co-host of Morning Joe, is also facing a potential salary reduction

MSNBC, headquartered at 30 Rockefeller Plaza, is experiencing internal concern over potential layoffs after parent company Comcast announced plans to spin off its cable properties. There are further concerns regarding the future of MSNBC President Rashida Jones, although network representatives have denied reports of her potential departure. This situation arises amidst declining primetime ratings, with MSNBC’s viewership dropping by more than 50 percent since November.

Meanwhile, competing network Fox News has reported a 7 percent increase in audience numbers since Election Day, maintaining its status as the leading cable news channel in both total viewers and the important 25-54 age demographic.

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MSNBC hosts Joy Reid and Stephanie Ruhle are reportedly being asked to accept reduced salaries to maintain their roles as the network seeks to cut costs. This development follows a recent pay cut for Rachel Maddow, whose salary was reduced by $5 million annually. The far-left news network has seen ratings plummet for its flagship programming since President-elect Donald J. Trump's landslide 2024 election victory. show more