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Judy Kurtz

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Ketanji Brown Jackson has an outlet for frustration: 'I take boxing lessons'

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson says she's found a way of knocking out her worries: landing blows on life's aggravations in the boxing...

yesterday 8

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Judy Kurtz

Late-night TV hosts double down on anti-Trump

President Trump is driving into his second term with an aggressive agenda, and late-night TV hosts are showing no signs of pumping the brakes on barbs...

yesterday 10

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Judy Kurtz

Gloria Estefan to Congress: Support for women's homeless shelters 'a no-brainer'

She's used to belting out her hits, but now Gloria Estefan is using her voice in a different way on Capitol Hill, urging lawmakers to support...

yesterday 20

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Judy Kurtz

Jon Stewart to Dems: Quit calling everything Trump does 'fascist'

Jon Stewart is urging President Trump's critics not to reflexively call every move he makes "fascist," saying it clouds the ability to warn about...

28.01.2025 2

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Judy Kurtz

Deborah Rutter to exit as Kennedy Center president: 'It is time to pass the torch'

Deborah Rutter, who's served as the president of the Kennedy Center since 2014, will step down from the high-profile role at the end of the year....

27.01.2025 4

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Judy Kurtz

Marilyn Manson won't face sexual assault, domestic violence charges in LA

Marilyn Manson won't be facing charges of sexual assault or domestic violence following a four-year investigation, the Los Angeles County District...

24.01.2025 4

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Judy Kurtz

Stevie Wonder says he doesn't follow politics now: 'I follow the truth'

Just months after speaking at the Democratic National Convention (DNC), Stevie Wonder is expressing frustration with what's going on in Washington and...

22.01.2025 10

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Judy Kurtz

Will Melania Trump's inauguration look 'make hats great again?'

Melania Trump's inaugural headwear may have made quite the statement, but it doesn't necessarily mean that she's ushering in a "make hats great again"...

21.01.2025 3

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Judy Kurtz

Wyden touts the virtues of 'chutzpah' in new book

Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) says Congress sometimes resembles a "poorly produced WWE wrestling match," and getting the House and Senate out of the ring...

15.01.2025 20

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Ivanka Trump: Politics 'a very dark, negative business'

Ivanka Trump says she has a hatred of politics, calling it a "very dark, negative business," while opening up about her decision not to work in her...

14.01.2025 3

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Judy Kurtz

Gingrich aims to 'reset the conversation' around immigration with new PBS documentary 'Journey to America'

Newt Gingrich says that "you cannot understand America without all the people who came here," which is why the former House speaker is aiming to...

14.01.2025 3

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Judy Kurtz

Jon Stewart: Trump showing 'casual cruelty and d--- foolery' with fire meme

Jon Stewart says President-elect Trump is showing his "penchant for casual cruelty" by sharing a meme depicting the Hollywood sign in flames amid the...

14.01.2025 10

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Judy Kurtz

Watch live: Senate panel grills Hegseth in first Trump confirmation hearing

The Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday begins a busy week of Trump Cabinet confirmation hearings with the president-elect's Pentagon nominee,...

14.01.2025 8

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Trump rips 'Marble Mouth' Seth Meyers

President-elect Trump is slamming Seth Meyers, saying the late-night host's TV show isn't "entertainment," but more like a political hit job. "How bad...

14.01.2025 20

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Tyler Perry knocks insurance companies over policy cancellations ahead of wildfires

Tyler Perry is ripping the "pure greed" of insurance companies for canceling homeowners' policies ahead of the devastating wildfires in California....

13.01.2025 4

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Judy Kurtz

Vance jokes about moving Ohio State-Notre Dame game after inauguration

JD Vance says he was just joking about skipping the inauguration in order to watch the Ohio State Buckeyes compete in the college football title game,...

13.01.2025 4

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Judy Kurtz

Melania Trump planning to expand Be Best campaign in return as first lady

Melania Trump says she's aiming to expand her children's wellness platform, Be Best, when she returns to the White House as first lady. "I will...

13.01.2025 9

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Judy Kurtz

Secret Service officially ends protection of Jimmy Carter following burial

The Secret Service is officially ending its safeguarding of former President Carter, who the agency says has the distinction of being its...

10.01.2025 2

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Judy Kurtz

Smithsonian to display Trump photograph ahead of inauguration

Visitors at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., will soon get a double dose of President-elect Trump, as the museum...

10.01.2025 10

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Judy Kurtz

Paris Hilton shows Malibu home destroyed by wildfires: 'The heartbreak is truly indescribable'

Paris Hilton is sharing a glimpse at her Malibu home that was destroyed by the wildfires that have spread through California, saying the loss is...

10.01.2025 4

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Judy Kurtz

Jean Smart calls on TV networks to not air award shows, instead donate to Los Angeles wildfire relief

Jean Smart is urging TV networks to refrain from airing glitzy awards shows amid the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area, and to donate...

09.01.2025 4

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Judy Kurtz

Jamie Lee Curtis donates $1M to LA wildfire relief efforts: We are 'banding together to save each other'

Jamie Lee Curtis says her family is donating $1 million to relief efforts amid the wildfires in California that have devastated the Los Angeles area....

09.01.2025 30

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Biden says granddaughter scheduled for Wednesday C-section

He's leaving the White House in less than two weeks, but President Biden is poised to enter a new personal chapter this week as a first-time great-...

08.01.2025 1

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Judy Kurtz

Paris Hilton on future political bid: 'I can maybe see that happening'

After seeing a youth welfare bill she advocated for pass Congress, Paris Hilton says she could potentially envision herself running for public...

19.12.2024 30

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Andy Kim reveals surprise after opening Senate floor desk drawer

Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) says his desk on the Senate floor contained a serendipitous surprise — it once belonged to one of his political heroes.  The...

18.12.2024 3

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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson opens up about her Broadway debut: 'Anything is possible'

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is opening up about fulfilling her lifelong dream of performing on Broadway, saying it's a chance to "...

16.12.2024 3

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Judy Kurtz

Paris Hilton heading to Capitol with 'urgent' plea to pass youth welfare program reform

Paris Hilton is heading back to the Capitol with an urgent plea, calling on "every member of the House" to pass a bill focused on youth congregate...

16.12.2024 5

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Judy Kurtz

Bill Clinton teases third novel with James Patterson: 'We really take the gloves off'

Former President Clinton and James Patterson are putting their writing pens together again, teaming up for a third book about a potentially...

11.12.2024 1

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Judy Kurtz

Sheryl Crow on current political climate: You have to go through 'really hard times to come out the other side'

Amid former President Trump's reelection, Sheryl Crow says the political environment right now "doesn't feel uplifting," but she's hitting an...

11.12.2024 10

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Judy Kurtz

Zachary Levi says he hasn't been canceled over Trump support

Despite predicting he could be committing "career suicide" when he endorsed former President Trump's White House bid, Zachary Levi now says the...

10.12.2024 2

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Judy Kurtz

Mickey Mouse heads to the House for toy drive

WE HEAR: The Mouse is coming to the House. Mickey Mouse is getting in the holiday and giving spirit as he heads to Capitol Hill on Wednesday. The...

10.12.2024 4

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Judy Kurtz

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to make Broadway debut

Ketanji Brown Jackson is Broadway bound — the Supreme Court justice will make her Great White Way debut this week as part of a one-night-only...

09.12.2024 4

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Judy Kurtz

Trump return to DC looms over Kennedy Center Honors

In a night filled with political moments — including multiple nods to President Biden, a Grateful Dead tribute from former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-...

09.12.2024 7

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Judy Kurtz

No more bye-bye for Chi-Chi's: Restaurant chain reopening after 20-year hiatus

Chi-Chi's is not yet ready to say ta-ta — the chain is poised to reopen some of its restaurants after shutting its doors in the U.S. two decades...

05.12.2024 2

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Judy Kurtz

Saying 16 minutes 'dragged,' Tennessee Republican cuts his Christmas party back to 15 minutes

Sixteen minutes proved too lengthy, so Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) says he's going back to his original 15-minute Christmas party to ring in the...

05.12.2024 10

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Judy Kurtz

Sean Penn says Hunter Biden pardon a preemptive move against Trump's 'dangerous clown show'

Sean Penn is defending President Biden's pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, saying the "dangerous clown show" that is the incoming Trump...

04.12.2024 3

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Judy Kurtz

Village People singer: 'YMCA' has 'benefited greatly' from Trump's use

A singer and co-writer on the Village People's mega-hit "YMCA" says the 1978 tune has "benefited greatly" from being a favorite on President-elect...

03.12.2024 3

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Judy Kurtz

White House celebrates 'peace and light' with holiday décor

President Biden and Jill Biden are sharing a message of "peace and light" with the country as they unveil this year's holiday theme and décor at...

02.12.2024 10

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Judy Kurtz

Office politics: After appeal to colleagues, House freshman gets workspace once occupied by his great-grandfather

An incoming Republican congressman is offering bipartisan thanks to his future colleagues for helping him to snag an official workspace that was...

21.11.2024 2

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Judy Kurtz

Trump selling $11,000 signed MAGA guitars

President-elect Trump is aiming to strike a chord with consumers with his latest business venture — selling signed "Make America Great Again"...

21.11.2024 8

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Judy Kurtz

Harris's 'SNL' appearance draws 70 FCC complaints: 'That was a cheap shot by NBC'

Vice President Harris's appearance on "Saturday Night Live" ("SNL") just days ahead of the presidential election drew 70 Federal Communications...

20.11.2024 1

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Judy Kurtz

Lara Trump launching American-made activewear line: 'Red, white, and blue never looked so good'

Lara Trump is launching an American-made activewear line that she's pitching as "patriotism, performance and style all in one." A website for the...

20.11.2024 2

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Judy Kurtz

Biden rings in his 82nd birthday

President Biden is ringing in his 82nd birthday on Wednesday, extending his record as America's oldest sitting president. Biden returned to the...

20.11.2024 1

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Judy Kurtz

Bill Clinton reveals his 'rules of politics' in new book

Former President Clinton is revealing some of his "rules of politics," which include avoiding bringing "your feelings to work," never drinking in...

16.11.2024 3

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Judy Kurtz

Postal Service to release Betty White stamp

Betty White may soon be headed to your mailbox — the late legendary actor is poised to be honored with her own U.S. Postal Service (USPS) stamp. An...

15.11.2024 20

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Judy Kurtz

Sylvester Stallone: Trump 'the second George Washington'

Sylvester Stallone says President-elect Trump is as legendary as America's first commander in chief, praising him as the "second George Washington."...

15.11.2024 2

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Judy Kurtz

Oscars taps Conan O'Brien as new host

The Academy Awards has a new host — Conan O'Brien is taking the reins at the annual Hollywood gala. The former late-night TV host will headline the...

15.11.2024 2

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Judy Kurtz

Dick Van Dyke on Trump: 'Fortunately, I won't be around to experience the four years'

Dick Van Dyke, the 98-year-old legendary actor, says he's fortunate that he "won't be around" for President-elect Trump's four-year term in the...

14.11.2024 4

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Judy Kurtz

Eva Longoria says she and family have moved out of 'dystopian' US

Eva Longoria says she's anxious and nervous for Americans who can't "escape" their "dystopian country" following President-elect Trump's White...

14.11.2024 10

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Judy Kurtz

Melania Trump won't visit White House Wednesday but wishes husband 'great success'

Melania Trump won't be joining President-elect Trump at the White House meeting on Wednesday that's aimed at marking a peaceful transition of...

13.11.2024 2

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Judy Kurtz