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Elon Musk Asks Don Lemon to Host Show on Twitter

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After the bombshell announcement that former Fox News host Tucker Carlson would be bringing his program to Twitter, Elon Musk is asking another former cable news host to consider doing the same.

In a tweet early Wednesday morning, the Twitter owner asked former CNN host Don Lemon if he had pondered hosting a show on the platform like Carlson.

“Have you considered doing your show on this platform? Maybe worth a try. Audience is much bigger,” wrote the billionaire.

Lemon has been silent on Twitter since his April ouster from CNN, which occurred on the same day as Carlson’s Fox News exit.

In his first public comments after his firing, Lemon told TV tabloid show Extra “I live my life with no regrets and whatever I did, I did, I owned. I don’t look back and don’t want to change things in the past…Onward.”

After Carlson’s announcement Tuesday, Musk quickly took to his social media platform to make clear he has no deal in place with the former Fox News host. He added that Carlson will be the subject of the same rules and guidelines as any other creator on Twitter.

NewsNation Adding Former Congressman Mick Mulvaney as Contributor

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NewsNation Adding Former Congressman Mick Mulvaney as Contributor

Former Rep. Mick Mulvaney (R-SC) is joining NewsNation as a political and economic contributor, the network announced.

Mulvaney served as the representative for South Carolina’s 5th district before being confirmed as the director of the Office of Management and Budget. He then served as the White House Chief of Staff from January 2019 through March 2020 for the Trump Administration. He became the Special Envoy for Northern Ireland in 2020 before resigning from the administration after the January 6th Insurrection.

After departing the Trump White House, Mulvaney worked as an on-air contributor for CBS News.

“Mick’s enormous experience in the political sector will make him an incredible resource to viewers,” said NewsNation President of News Michael Corn. “We are excited to welcome him to our growing powerhouse team of political analysts, especially as we enter another important election season.”

“I’m excited to be joining NewsNation. There’s something invigorating about being involved with something new.  And not just a new network, but a new approach: focusing on the news, and not the hype,” Mulvaney added. “I’m looking forward to smart, in-depth, and reasonable discussions on the important issues of the day. NewsNation is putting together a team that will be able to do that better than any other outlet.”

In his new role with NewsNation, he will contribute to the network’s new political program The Hill, which is hosted by Leland Vittert and based in Washington D.C.

CNN Under Fire for Labeling Tucker Carlson ‘Right-Wing Extremist’

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CNN Under Fire for Labeling Tucker Carlson ‘Right-Wing Extremist’

Yesterday, former Fox News host Tucker Carlson announced he was launching a new version of his television program on Twitter. In the coverage of his announcement, CNN tweeted a link to a story written by Oliver Darcy that labeled Carlson a “right-wing extremist”.

The network has also been condemned by some on the other side of the political aisle for continuing with its New Hampshire town hall event featuring former President Donald Trump. A New York jury found Trump liable for damages in a civil suit brought forth by E. Jean Carroll who alleges Trump sexual assaulted then defamed her in the 1990s.

That characterization of Carlson didn’t sit well with conservative media members, who defended him against the label. Many also criticized CNN for its own biases in news coverage.

Royals Join Effort to Legalize Sports Betting in Missouri

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Royals Join Effort to Legalize Sports Betting in Missouri

The sports media knows the benefits of sports betting being legalized in a state. Plenty of radio stations and television networks have enjoyed major revenue gains as sportsbooks flood the market with advertising. Teams are noticing that too, which is why the Kansas City Royals are ready to advocate for fans that want to gamble.

The team released a statement on Tuesday saying that it wants Missouri lawmakers to begin those conversations again.

“The Kansas City Royals are aligned with the coalition of professional sports franchises across the state and share the same frustration when it comes to the lack of progress in Jefferson City,” the statement from Adam Sachs reads. “We are open to considering a joint initiative petition campaign at some point soon.”

Sachs is the team’s Senior VP and Chief Legal Officer.

Missouri has teams in three of the four major North American sports leagues. It is also home to MLS franchises in both Kansas City and St. Louis.

It is the St. Louis Cardinals that have been leading the charge. Team President Bill DeWitt has been vocal about wanting to see the state make serious moves to legalize the practice. Earlier this month, he told KCTV that mobile betting is important to engage a new generation of fans.

“Younger fans tend to gravitate towards the interactive phone betting,” he said. “If you make it legal, we can regulate and tax this business, right now, it’s a free for all.”

The Royals may have ulterior motives for joining the fight. They have made their intentions to build a new ballpark in downtown Kansas City known. Plenty of other teams have included physical sportsbooks inside of new stadium plans or added sportsbooks to existing stadiums. If Missouri were to legalize sports betting, it would create a new revenue stream for the ballpark when it opens.

Lachlan Murdoch on New Sports Rights at FOX: ‘I Wouldn’t Expect Anything Dramatic’ 

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It doesn’t sound like FOX is coming in with a surprise bid for the NBA as the league begins negotiating its next media rights deals this summer.

On an earnings call earlier this week, FOX CEO Lachlan Murdoch was asked about how the company evaluates its sports partnerships. He said that his goal is for the network to stay inline with market rates and evaluate each partnership’s value.

“We’re constantly managing them,” he said in response to the question from UBS Telecom & Cable Analyst John Hodulik. “We look at sports rights as they come up. And we also look at them as they get renewed just to make sure that they are efficient for us and that we’re paying a responsible and appropriate amount for those rights. So we’re constantly adjusting, but we do it with, I think, a real commitment to discipline in terms of what rights we would acquire or dispose of.”

FOX holds broadcast rights for NASCAR and the WWE. Both will soon be up for renewal. According to Murdoch, that makes thinking about adding new rights difficult.

“It’s always a moving feast, but I wouldn’t expect anything dramatic at all in that area.”

Elon Musk: I’m Not Paying Tucker Carlson

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Elon Musk, the CEO of Twitter, clarified on Tuesday that there is no agreement between the platform and Tucker Carlson, who recently announced a new version of his show on Twitter. Musk highlighted the interactive nature of the platform, where people can engage, criticize, and challenge the content.

“Tucker is subject to the same rules & rewards of all content creators. Rewards mean subscriptions and advertising revenue share (coming soon), which is a function of how many people subscribe and the advertising views associated with the content,” Musk said.

He emphasized that all content creators, including Carlson, are subject to the same rules and rewards, such as subscriptions and advertising revenue share. Musk encouraged individuals, including those with different political affiliations, to become content creators on Twitter. Furthermore, Musk clarified that Twitter had not signed any deal with Tucker Carlson.

“On this platform, unlike the one-way street of broadcast, people are able to interact, critique and refute whatever is said,” Musk said. “And, of course, anything misleading will get @CommunityNotes.”

Tucker Carlson, a former Fox News host, announced on Twitter that he will launch a video program on the platform. In a video, Carlson criticized the current news media for presenting incomplete and false information.

Carlson expressed his views on the limitations of the news industry, stating that even if one tries to report the fullest truth, there are always limits that may result in termination. Carlson then praised Twitter, owned by Elon Musk, a self-proclaimed free speech advocate, and suggested that the platform is ideal for a show like the one he hosted on Fox News for five years.

“We think that’s a bad system. We know exactly how it works, and we’re sick of it. Starting soon, we’ll be bringing a new version of the show we’ve been doing for the last six and a half years to Twitter. We’ll be bringing some other things, which we’ll tell you about. But for now, we’re just grateful to be here. Free speech is the main right that you have. Without it, you have no others. See you soon.”

Vince Coglianese: White House Altering Credential Process Isn’t A Coincidence

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According to Washington D.C. talk show host Vince Coglianese, the White House’s refusal to grant access to The New York Post during a recent event could result from their reluctance to face difficult questions.

Coglianese highlighted that journalist Steven Nelson was allegedly turned away, indicating that the current administration may not be open to answering challenging inquiries.

During his show on 105.9FM WMAL on Wednesday, Coglianese pointed out that the White House’s recent move to restrict access to President Joe Biden is happening simultaneously with a federal inquiry into Hunter Biden, the President’s son.

“Steven Nelson asks real questions,” stated Coglianese. “They didn’t want a real question and they knew that Steven was primed to ask questions, potentially about one of the biggest stories in the country, Hunter Biden and Biden’s family corruption.”

Simon Ateba, the Chief White House correspondent for Today News Africa and someone who has clashed with White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, appeared on Coglianese’s show to share his perspective. Ateba characterized the current administration as repressive and accused them of attempting to silence journalists whose views do not align with their own.

During his conversation with Coglianese, Ateba claimed that the White House prevented at least 20 individuals, including Steven Nelson, from attending an event hosted by President Joe Biden and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

“This is not the first time [that this happened], that White House repeatedly did this when Joe Biden came to power in 2021,” Ateba said. “First, it was COVID, and COVID was over, and the same criteria continues. This is not just about banning access to journalists in the room, and it’s about asking journalists to submit their questions beforehand, and when they don’t send questions in advance, they don’t get called on.”

Coglianese noted that Biden recently summoned a journalist from the Los Angeles Times while clutching a written copy of the question.

“There was a picture of her; there was a description of how to pronounce her name,” Coglianese added. “Having been in the White House press briefing room, it’s a small area; you can’t avoid being with the other journalists, lots of conversation, lots of drama behind the scenes.” 

WBAL Adds Jayne Miller for Weekend Show

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Jayne Miller, an experienced investigative journalist formerly of WBAL-TV, will host a weekly talk show on WBAL NewsRadio. Her program will delve deeper into various topics significant to the Baltimore region, utilizing her vast network to conduct interviews with influential figures to provide insights to the listeners on Saturdays.

According to the station’s website, the show is scheduled every Saturday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

“I am excited about discussing contemporary issues and fresh perspectives,” said Miller, adding that the show’s emphasis will be on interviews and informative content that stimulates healthy discourse and exchange of ideas.

After over four decades of distinguished investigative journalism, which earned her multiple regional and national accolades, including a lifetime achievement award from the Radio Television Digital News Foundation, Miller retired from WBAL-TV in July 2022.

Miller is now part of WBAL’s team of local and live hosts, including C4 and Bryan Nehman, who host on weekdays from 5:30-10:00 AM,, T.J. Smith, who hosts from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM, and Torrey Snow and Dan Joseph, who host from 2:00-6:00 PM.

WBAL Radio’s Director of Programming/News Director, Jeff Wade, commented, “Jayne’s wealth of knowledge, developed over decades of asking tough questions and holding those in power accountable, is an asset to the microphone. I am thrilled that she will be bringing her characteristic tenacity, curiosity, and fervor to WBAL’s Saturday lineup.”

Tucker Carlson Alleges Fox News Violated His Contract

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After being fired by Fox News two weeks ago, Tucker Carlson has alleged fraud and contract violation by the network in a letter issued by his legal team on Tuesday.

This move is significant because Carlson’s demands for documentation could lead to legal action and potentially invalidate the noncompete clause in his contract. If successful, this would enable him to start his own rival show or media company.

In a video announcement on Tuesday, Carlson revealed his plan to bring his show to Twitter, stating that they would be presenting a new version of the show along with some other surprises. He also emphasized the importance of free speech. While this move by Carlson could potentially breach his contract with Fox, his legal team’s letter argues that Fox violated the agreement first.

According to sources, Carlson’s lawyers had already sent the letter before his announcement on Twitter.

A recent report revealed that Tucker Carlson, currently under contract with Fox News until January 2025, is feeling frustrated and planning to use his allies to pressure the network to allow him to work for or launch a right-wing rival. However, Fox wants to keep Carlson on its payroll, which would prevent him from starting a competing show. Carlson has reportedly received lucrative offers from various right-wing outlets and has discussed the possibility of collaboration with Elon Musk.

A letter from Carlson’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, to Fox officials Viet Dinh and Irena Briganti, Fox employees, including Rupert Murdoch himself, have intentionally and recklessly broken promises made to Carlson.

According to a letter sent by Tucker Carlson’s lawyer, Fox News executives (believed to be Viet Dinh and Rupert Murdoch) made promises or “material representations” to Carlson that were deliberately broken, which constitutes fraud. The letter also accuses Fox of violating an agreement not to leak Carlson’s private communications to the media and not to use his private messages against him for the adverse employment action. Various news outlets have reported on Carlson’s redacted communications from pre-trial discovery documents, which some speculate led to his ousting.

Additionally, the letter alleges that Fox broke promises not to settle with Dominion Voting Systems in a way that would implicate Carlson and not to take any actions in a settlement that would harm Carlson’s reputation. In a conversation with a member of the Fox board, Carlson was reportedly informed that he was removed from the air as part of the Dominion settlement.

Carlson’s lawyers argue that the misrepresentations made by Fox executives amount to a breach of contract because they created additional terms of Carlson’s employment that the company subsequently broke. The letter alleges that these actions “breached the covenant of good faith and fair dealing in the Agreement” and give rise to claims for breach of contract and intentional and negligent misrepresentation. A Fox News spokesperson denies that Carlson’s departure from the network was part of the Dominion settlement.

Carlson also accuses Irena Briganti, Fox’s longtime communications and PR chief, of attempting to undermine his future business prospects, which he claims would be another breach of his employment contract. The letter indicates that Carlson’s lawyers intend to subpoena Briganti’s cell phone records and related documents that evidence communications with her and all media, including The New York Times.

Joe Rogan: Opening Free Speech Comedy Club ‘Good For The Country’

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The popular podcast host Joe Rogan has recently been vocal in his opposition to cancel culture and has defended the importance of free speech. In a recent interview, he mentioned that his new comedy club in Austin, Texas, has featured comedians willing to tackle controversial topics and taboo subjects in their stand-up routines.

Notable names like Roseanne Barr and Dave Chappelle have graced the stage thanks to Rogan.

In an interview with The Free Press, Rogan revealed that his Comedy Mothership club features comedians who tackle topics that some consider taboo.

“It’s certainly good for Austin, but I’d say it’s even good for the country. I think right now we’re in a point where everyone, it’s cancel culture. Everyone’s afraid to speak up. Everyone’s afraid to speak out. Having a place like this where folks can come and joke around and have a good time, and not fear repercussions or fear that they’re not going to be booked again or anything like that,” Rogan said.

Rogan expressed his belief that humor can be found in almost any subject matter, even in things that some people find uncomfortable or offensive. He encouraged comedians to explore these topics and challenge societal norms.

According to Rogan, the Comedy Mothership club is designed to provide a safe space for comedians to experiment and refine their material. To maintain an environment conducive to creativity, the club requires guests to check their cell phones at the door, allowing performers to take risks without fear of recording and sharing their jokes without their permission.

“It is true freedom of speech, and it’s good for Austin, and it’s good for the country and Texas. It couldn’t be better,” he added.

 The club has featured comedians barred from performing elsewhere, including Roseanne Barr, Dave Chappelle, and Shane Gillis. Rogan sees it as a creative space for comedians to experiment and develop their material. Rogan believes the club’s collaborative atmosphere encourages performers to push themselves and raise the bar for all comedians.

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