Jennifer Harper
Articles by Jennifer Harper
Samantha Bee show loses more advertisers a week after Ivanka Trump insult: Report
A backlash continues for a cable comedy show that appears to have gone over the line. One week after TBS host Samantha Bee insulted Ivanka Trump, most of the advertisers seem to have disappeared from her "Full Frontal" show. Published June 7, 2018
Inside the Beltway: Faith & Freedom Coalition welcomes Pence, McConnell, Ryan, a cast of thousands
Thursday marks the beginning of a pivotal 72 hours in the nation's capital for the Faith & Freedom Coalition, the 1.8 million-member grass-roots nonprofit that will stage its annual "Road to Majority" gathering. The three-day event features a startling number of lawmakers and power players, including coalition chairman Ralph Reed and Vice President Mike Pence -- the keynote speaker for a Saturday night "Patriot's Gala" at a historic hotel north of the White House. Published June 6, 2018
Uneasy times: U.S. now ranked as the 121st most peaceful nation on earth
The U.S. has gotten less peaceful in the last year according to the annual Global Peace Index, which ranks 163 nations around the world based on multiple factors, including the rates of homicide and incarceration, and the presence of small arms. Published June 6, 2018
Inside the Beltway: Here comes Bilderberg with talk of populism, America and the ‘post-truth’ world
In 24 hours, the 66th Bilderberg Meeting begins in scenic Turin, Italy -; a cue for those wary of powerful secrets and/or conspiracies to go into watch mode, seeking proof that a master shadow government is at work and a new world order is afoot somewhere or words to that effect. Organizers of what is generally described as a "secretive" gathering say 128 learned folk plus economic and political titans from 23 nations are headed for the three-day event - rumored to be staged at the NH Lingotto Congress Hotel, a sleek, historic and moderne spot with views of the Alps and a spectacular rooftop attraction which once involved race cars. The hotel is definitely sold out at the moment. Published June 5, 2018
Dennis Rodman will be in Singapore for Trump/Kim summit on June 12: report
Former NBA star Dennis Rodman - who befriended North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un years ago - will be in Singapore when President Trump arrives in the city for a much anticipated nuclear summit according to The New York Post. Published June 5, 2018
‘News fatigue’ now affects 68 percent of Americans, particularly Republicans
A new survey released Tuesday finds that 68 percent of the public feel worn-out by the volume of news they are exposed to on a regular basis. Published June 5, 2018
Fox News host Harris Faulkner’s new book offers life lessons based on patriotism, military values
Fox News host Harris Faulkner never forgot her father's invaluable tenets for getting through life, and has now shared that wisdom in a new book, published Tuesday. Published June 5, 2018
Inside the Beltway: He persisted: Trump’s good news continues
"Following record levels of confidence in the job market, Americans are more optimistic than ever about the ability to get a job, work hard and succeed in America today," says a new Rasmussen Reports survey, one of several which report persistent optimism among Americans regarding the economy and other factors. Published June 4, 2018
Howard Schultz resigns as Starbucks CEO, sparking speculation about a possible presidential run
Seattle-based Starbucks Corporation announced Monday that Howard Schultz is stepping down as executive chairman and member of the Board of Directors in three weeks after serving 40 years. The move immediately sparked speculation in the press over his interest in politics. Published June 4, 2018
Melania Trump appears at White House event on Monday, press has a meltdown
First lady Melania Trump appeared with President Trump at an gathering honoring Gold Star Families late Monday at the White House, the occasion a closed press event -- to the annoyance of the press itself. Published June 4, 2018
Inside the Beltway: CBS News: The House is ‘up for grabs’
"Democrats 219, Republicans 216 — in a tight contest for control. In the race for Congress, most polls report one national percentage for Democrats and Republicans. But that's not very helpful, because this is a race for seats. 435 of them, in fact," reports a CBS News poll released Sunday. "And we find the 2018 campaign looks like a toss-up contest for control at the moment, as the Democrats would most likely get 219 seats if the election were today (just one more than the 218 needed for a majority) and the Republicans 216. With a margin of error of nine seats on the model, control is totally up for grabs." Published June 3, 2018
Samantha Bee denied press credentials for annual Western Conservative Summit
The annual Western Conservative Summit has denied a request for press credentials submitted by the TBS show "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee" at the event next week, the largest conservative gathering held outside of Washington, D.C. Published June 2, 2018
Inside the Beltway: Anti-Trump fervor backfires on Democrats
For months, Democrats have been warned by informed observers that they can't build a winning election strategy for the 2018 midterms or the 2020 presidential election on anti-Trump fervor. Published May 31, 2018
Samantha Bee apologizes for Ivanka comment, loses ‘Full Frontal’ advertisers all in one hour
The swift-moving saga pitting "Full Frontal" host Samantha Bee against the White House has taken yet another turn. Published May 31, 2018
Inside the Beltway: Unbeatable: Fox News No. 1 for 16 years
Fox News Channel was the top network across the entire cable realm for the month of May, according to Nielsen Media Research — besting the most popular non-news competition like TNT, ESPN and HGTV. In real time, Fox News has enjoyed the most total daytime viewers on cable for 23 months, or almost two years. Published May 30, 2018
ABC could be out $60M in lost ad revenue after cancelling ‘Roseanne’: Report
The cancellation of "Roseanne" will be costly, THR reports. Published May 30, 2018
Two-thirds of Americans say President Trump is not likely to be impeached: Poll
The news media often dwells on the possibility that President Trump could be impeached if Democrats take over the U.S. House in the midterm elections. The American public, however, says the chances are slim that this will happen according to a new poll. Published May 30, 2018
Socialists eye California primaries, with eight running on the ‘Peace and Freedom Party’ slate
The Party for Socialism & Liberation has a keen interest in California as primaries loom on June 5. Eight candidates have filed to run for statewide office in the Golden State, running on the "Peace and Freedom Party slate," the organization advises, describing this designation as "California's feminist socialist political party." Published May 30, 2018
Inside the Beltway: ‘Roseanne’: The hazards of social media for actors, journalists, politicians
The instant cancellation of ABC's "Roseanne" following Roseanne Barr's unfortunate tweet on Tuesday carries with it a hefty lesson for celebrities, comedians, politicians, actors, journalists and others whose professional work environment includes a social media presence. It can be fraught with peril at times. Published May 29, 2018
Inside the Beltway: Trace Adkins to join Trump at campaign-style rally in Tennessee
The pair have known each other for a decade. Mr. Adkins was a finalist on NBC's "Celebrity Apprentice" in 2008, hosted by a famous reality TV star by the name of Donald Trump. Published May 28, 2018
