In the wake of rising political tensions and a recent tragedy that shook the conservative movement, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been placed under the protection of the Secret Service. This rare move, confirmed by multiple sources within the administration and reported by CBS News, comes just days after the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University in ... Read more
Karoline Leavitt becomes the rare press secretary guarded by Secret Service sparking speculation inside Washington.NH
I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice The Trump administration is taking steps to protect its highest-profile spokesperson in the wake of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, according to a new report. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt was granted a Secret Service protective detail ... Read more
Larson Crockett and Jeffries call out the Trump administration after a shocking report targets them for using free speech rights.NH
Washington, D.C. - After the U.S. Department of Homeland Security released a "report" targeting Reps. John B. Larson (CT-01) and Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries(NY-08), for exercising their First Amendment rights to speak out against the Trump Administration, the members gathered on the Capitol steps to vow that they will not be silenced. View Larson, Crockett, and Jeffries’ video ... Read more
Looking back Johnny Carson’s warning about late night shows preaching on serious issues feels like a prophecy fulfilled.NH
A famous clip resurfaced of legendary late-night host Johnny Carson defending his right to avoid bringing up "serious issues" on his talk show, arguing there is a danger in hosts like him being too self-important and swaying the public. Carson was a prolific television host and comedian, best known for hosting "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" from 1962 to 1992. He became a cultural icon with his clever wit, at-ease ... Read more
“YOU DEFAMED ME ON LIVE TV – NOW PAY THE PRICE” – “The View” staff meltdown exposed after Kimmel suspension as Trump praises ABC and FCC hints at targeting them next.NH
The walls inside ABC’s New York studio are shaking with fear — not from the cameras, not from the lights, but from the chilling silence that has descended since Jimmy Kimmel Live! was suddenly yanked off the air. What was once laughter and loud debate on The View has turned into whispers, nervous glances, and one word echoing behind the scenes: “We’re next.” Multiple insiders describe a full-blown panic consuming the staff. ... Read more