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Spencer Pratt’s Los Angeles mayoral bid falters, but conservative media respond to the slow-counting California results with unfounded claims of vote theft, highlighting a pattern where hype outruns reality as official data show Pratt trailing and ballots counted by mail.
Amid Trump’s threats over Iran, top MAGA figures and media voices are breaking with him or calling for drastic interventions, signaling a widening rift in the MAGA media ecosystem. Candace Owens and Marjorie Taylor Greene urged invoking the 25th Amendment, while others like Alex Jones and Tucker Carlson pushed back, illustrating deep divisions over Iran policy. The debate extends to scrutiny of foreign influence funding and possible DOJ investigations, with the White House largely absent from coordinating Iran messaging for the online right.
The Bulwark reports that support for Trump’s Iran strikes within MAGA circles is fraying: after initial praise, prominent right-wing voices—from Megyn Kelly and Marjorie Taylor Greene to Tucker Carlson—express doubts or blame Israel’s influence, with Rubio explicitly tying the action to an Israeli-triggered scenario. A New York Times poll shows only 21% public backing for the campaign, and many allies criticize the White House for lacking a clear objective or message. While a minority still backs the war, the overall MAGA mood on Iran has cooled as casualties mount (at least six U.S. service members have died).
California Gov. Gavin Newsom pushed back at Sean Hannity after Hannity seized on Newsom’s remark that he’s a “960 SAT guy,” arguing the exchange is being weaponized by conservatives to label him racist while Newsom cites his lifelong struggle with dyslexia; the clash underscores the partisan fodder around Newsom’s memoir tour and potential 2028 presidential plans.
After an attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar in Minneapolis, Trump and other conservatives floated a false-flag theory that Omar staged the incident; reporting shows a real assault occurred, and the piece argues such rhetoric distorts events, deflects from accountability, and risks inciting violence.
The piece examines how conservative media immediately blamed Renee Good for her death at the hands of an ICE agent, centering on her identity as a queer woman and mother to justify the shooting and attack her character. Despite video evidence suggesting Good attempted to drive away, prominent figures and right-wing outlets framed her as at fault, while mocking her relationship and sexuality. The author argues this tactic mirrors earlier dehumanization patterns tied to race, now invoked through gender and sexuality, and portrays Good’s death as a warning to dissenters in an authoritarian political moment.
Right-wing media have escalated their framing of pro-immigrant protests in Minnesota, describing anti-ICE demonstrations as insurgency, guerrilla warfare, and a civil war in response to an ICE agent’s fatal shooting and calls to deploy the Insurrection Act. Figures across Fox News, Newsmax, The Daily Wire, Tim Pool, Steve Bannon, and others portray protesters as terrorists threatening federal authority, urging mass deportations and RICO prosecutions, while Democrats and Minnesota officials are portrayed as provoking a broader conflict.
Cracker Barrel's new minimalist logo has sparked outrage among right-wing media and conservatives, who see it as a sign of 'wokeness' and a departure from traditional values, despite the company's claims that its core values remain unchanged. The controversy is part of a broader culture war over corporate inclusivity and branding, with critics linking the rebrand to LGBTQ+ acceptance efforts.
The article discusses how right-wing media and political figures like Kristi Noem are framing an incident involving Senator Alex Padilla as a dangerous lunge to promote fear and support for authoritarian measures, despite evidence showing no such threat. It highlights the broader context of escalating political repression and disinformation aimed at undermining dissent and consolidating power.
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who lost his House seat amid allegations of sex trafficking minors, has secured a prime-time show on One America News (OAN), a far-right network known for its pro-Trump stance and controversial content. Despite being dropped by major cable carriers, OAN continues to focus on streaming and digital platforms. Gaetz's show, "The Matt Gaetz Show," will air weeknights at 9 PM Eastern, competing with Fox News' Sean Hannity. The move raises questions about Gaetz's past allegations and the network's credibility.
Right-wing influencers and conservative media have used an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally to criticize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, particularly targeting female Secret Service agents. The backlash highlights how quickly partisan speculation can spread online during national emergencies, with DEI becoming a frequent target in conservative rhetoric. Institutions are increasingly rebranding or eliminating DEI initiatives amid these attacks, reflecting a broader conservative movement against such policies.
Fox News and other right-wing media outlets have preemptively declared Donald Trump innocent in the Manhattan hush-money trial, portraying him as a victim of political persecution by President Joe Biden and the judicial system. This narrative, built on misinformation, influences how millions of voters perceive the trial and current events.
Right-wing commentators on platforms like Infowars, Gab, and Rumble are promoting raw milk despite public health warnings about its severe risks and lack of proven benefits. Health officials emphasize that raw milk can lead to serious illnesses, and recent concerns have been heightened due to the spread of avian flu among cows.
Following Israeli strikes that killed 7 World Central Kitchen humanitarian workers in Gaza, right-wing media attacked WCK founder José Andrés, accusing him of "blood libel" and anti-Israel sentiments. International condemnation of the attacks ensued, with President Biden expressing outrage and heartbreak, and the IDF dismissing officers following an internal investigation. Right-wing figures such as Ben Shapiro, David Harsanyi, and Greg Kelly criticized Andrés, while others accused him of serving gourmet meals to terrorists and pushing anti-Israel rhetoric.
Right-wing misinformation is distorting Americans' perceptions of the economy and inflation, leading to widespread belief in a false narrative of economic decline. Despite robust job creation and GDP growth, public opinion data shows a majority incorrectly believe inflation has risen and the economy has worsened. MSNBC's Morning Joe panel discussed the impact of partisan misinformation on public sentiment, highlighting the need for a different approach to address these misconceptions. The panel also criticized right-wing media for perpetuating false narratives about the economy, immigration, and transgender issues, contributing to a distorted public perception.