So yesterday, the New York Times was first to report that Trump's Justice Department has instructed US attorneys across the country to go after yet another of Trump's perceived enemies. This time, it's liberal mega donor George Soros. >> We're going to look into Soros because I think it's a RICO case against him.>> I've been speaking to the attorney general about bringing RICO against some of the people that you've been reading about that have been putting up millions and millions of dollars for agitation. ...

Core Points - The New York Times Company's Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.18 per share on Class A and Class B common stock [1] - The dividend is scheduled to be payable on October 23, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on October 8, 2025 [1] - The New York Times Company is recognized as a trusted source of quality, independent journalism, with a mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world [1] - The company has more than 11 million subscribers [1]

Core Viewpoint - The comparison between Newsmax and The New York Times highlights the contrasting business models and financial performances of two media companies, with The New York Times being the more favorable investment option due to its profitability and growth metrics [1][12]. Business Model: Newsmax vs. The New York Times - Newsmax is a diversified media company with over 40 million viewers, primarily known for its linear cable channel and various digital platforms [4][5]. - The company generates revenue from cable subscriptions, advertising, and additional businesses such as nutraceuticals and insurance products [6]. - The New York Times has successfully transitioned to a digital-first model, with most of its revenue coming from digital subscriptions and advertising, despite challenges in digital ad profitability [7][8]. Financials: Newsmax vs. The New York Times - In Q2, Newsmax reported revenue of $46.4 million, an 18.4% increase year-over-year, but incurred an adjusted EBITDA loss of $3.8 million [9]. - The New York Times achieved revenue of $685.9 million in Q2, a 9.7% increase, with total subscribers rising to 11.9 million and an adjusted operating profit margin near 20% [10]. Valuation: Newsmax vs. The New York Times - Newsmax has a market cap of $1.15 billion and is not profitable, with a price-to-sales ratio of 9 [11]. - The New York Times, with a market cap of $9.5 billion, is profitable, trading at a lower price-to-sales ratio of 3.6 and a price-to-earnings ratio of 30, along with a dividend yield of 1.2% [11].

Yeah, Jim Vanderhigh. Um, talk about what what what we saw over the past week, which I think was was absolutely fascinating. We had Maria Canwell yesterday, a Democrat uh someone would say progressive Democrat from uh Washington State uh teaming up uh at least in word with she's ranking member uh teaming up with Ted Cruz uh in in their joint condemnation of what happened with Brendan Gar, the FCC.We also heard the same from Rand Paul who said, "Listen, companies can do whatever companies want to do. It's a ...

Core Viewpoint - The lawsuit against the Journal and Rupert Murdoch is perceived as a threat to free speech, particularly for those publishing content that may be disfavored by the President [1] Group 1 - The lawsuit is described as "meritless," indicating a belief that it lacks substantial legal foundation [1] - Lawyers for the Journal argue that the lawsuit could deter individuals from expressing their views or publishing content critical of the President [1]

As much as the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel brings up questions of free speech and the administration's response to critics, it is also a story, we mentioned it before, about money, power, and politics. My favorite topic, the night cap is still here. Dan Axios is calling what's happening right now as a MAGA makeover in media.The super wealthy uh more conservatives are buying up some of the biggest media and social media properties out there. I read this week a line that said while Democrats are trying to go v ...

Epstein案件调查 - 行业关注对Jeffrey Epstein案件的最初调查存在严重缺陷，特别是前劳工部长Alex Acosta在2006年担任美国佛罗里达州南区检察官期间的处理方式[4][7] - 行业观察到Alex Acosta批准的非起诉协议备受争议，该协议使Jeffrey Epstein免受联邦起诉，可能使其免于终身监禁，最终仅以一项州卖淫罪认罪[4] - 行业分析认为，该协议允许Epstein继续性侵和强奸更多年轻女孩，直到2019年因联邦性交易指控被捕[8] - 行业注意到，众议院监督委员会的民主党人表示，Alex Acosta为自己不Prosecute Jeffrey Epstein的决定辩护，并且对自己的行为缺乏悔意[8] - 行业观察到，国会议员Raja Krishna Mory认为，Alex Acosta在Epstein案件中既有不当行为，也有能力不足，因为他没有真正查看受害者的陈述和检查大量证据[22] - 行业关注对Epstein案件的调查可能涉及情报部门的联系，并计划要求中央情报局和情报部门提供有关Epstein的文件[26] - 行业分析认为，需要获取Epstein的财务记录，以了解谁从儿童性交易团伙中受益，以及谁会通过掩盖此事而获利[30] - 行业注意到，参议员Ron Weiden表示，与此儿童性交易团伙相关的电汇交易活动超过10亿美元[30] 言论自由与媒体审查 - 行业关注特朗普政府对第一修正案的战争，包括对媒体的诉讼和威胁[42][45] - 行业注意到，联邦通信委员会（FCC）专员Brendan Carr建议暂停Jimmy Kimmel的节目，随后该节目被无限期停播[46] - 行业分析认为，特朗普政府利用深夜喜剧演员的不合时宜的笑话作为惩罚其不喜欢言论的借口[46] - 行业观察到，NextStar等电视台所有者面临来自特朗普的压力，可能导致其合并受阻[52] 疫苗政策与公共卫生 - 行业关注美国民众对国家卫生机构的信任度下降，特别是对疾病控制与预防中心（CDC）、食品药品监督管理局（FDA）和国家卫生研究院（NIH）的信任度下降[52] - 行业注意到，Robert F Kennedy Jr担任卫生与公众服务部部长后，公众对其提供可靠公共卫生信息的信心较低，仅为39%[52] - 行业关注对儿童疫苗接种计划的潜在修改，包括推迟接种麻疹、腮腺炎、风疹和水痘联合疫苗，以及推迟对婴儿接种乙型肝炎疫苗[53] - 行业专家认为，改变乙型肝炎疫苗的建议并非基于客观全面的数据审查[53] 纽约市长选举 - 行业关注进步派纽约市长候选人Zoran Mandani在初选中意外获胜，为温和派建制派民主党人创造了支持或不支持的选择[54] - 行业注意到，纽约州州长Kathy Hokll正式支持Zoran Mandani，认为他有勇气、紧迫感和乐观精神来领导纽约市应对挑战[54] - 行业观察到，纽约州民主党主席Jay Jacobs明确表示不会支持Zoran Mandani，理由是对以色列和民主社会主义存在根本分歧[54] - 行业分析认为，Zoran Mandani能够赢得不同选民的支持，并有可能与各方合作[55]

That is the judge in very legally terms. Um I think in this ruling did a couple of things. Dismissed these frivolous laws this frivolous lawsuit yet again.But also in this ruling I think Judge Mary Day he reaffirms New York Times versus Sullivan. He affirms that like we're we're just not going to play games with the with the free press. I'm wondering if you think this is I understand this is in the Supreme Court so officially there's no precedent here but do you think this is a signal to the o to other judg ...

Free Speech & Censorship - The report highlights concerns about potential government overreach and censorship, specifically focusing on the alleged pressure from the FCC on ABC to suspend Jimmy Kimmel [1][2][6][7][11] - The core issue revolves around whether the government is unlawfully coercing private companies to suppress free speech, which is a potential violation of the First Amendment [6][7][10] - The New York Times' successful defense against a lawsuit from Donald Trump, based on First Amendment protections, is presented as a contrasting example of standing up to perceived censorship [2][3][4][24] - The report emphasizes the unanimous (9-0) Supreme Court precedent against government coercion of private entities to suppress speech [8][9][10][11] Company Response & Industry Implications - ABC and Disney's initial decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel is portrayed as "giving in" or "rushing to surrender" to government pressure, unlike the New York Times [13][20][21][24] - Disney CEO Bob Iger's leadership is under scrutiny, with concerns that he is "co-signing" government censorship instead of defending his talent and the First Amendment [22][23][24] - The report mentions potential consumer backlash, including calls for boycotts of Disney products and services [19][20] - The media industry is urged to consider the long-term implications of complying with perceived government censorship, potentially leading down a dangerous path [17][19] Political & Legal Context - Donald Trump's actions are characterized as mirroring "authoritarian approaches to silencing dissent" [14] - The report notes that even some Republicans are wary of censorship efforts [4][5] - The report suggests that the current situation presents a test of American freedom and the willingness of companies to uphold the First Amendment [25][26][27]

Freedom of Speech and Censorship - The discussion revolves around freedom of speech, censorship, and potential government overreach in media [1][2][3] - Concerns are raised about whether recent actions against media figures constitute cultural censorship or state pressure [2][21] - The industry acknowledges a distinction between cultural censorship and governmental censorship, with the latter posing a greater threat to free press [2][3][21] - Some argue that freedom of speech is under attack more than ever, drawing parallels to situations in countries with stricter censorship laws [1] Political and Corporate Influence - The industry notes that corporate pressures and decisions, rather than solely governmental actions, play a significant role in sidelining media figures [1] - The influence of political figures and voters on media content and decisions is also considered [1] - The potential for the FCC to investigate whether certain programs qualify as bonafide news is discussed, raising concerns about regulatory overreach [15][16][17] Historical Context and Future Implications - Historical parallels are drawn to the Nixon era and attempts to control the media, highlighting concerns about potential abuses of power [10][11] - The vulnerability of broadcast networks due to declining viewership and financial structures is emphasized [18][19] - The industry expresses concern about a chilling effect on media and the erosion of free speech, potentially leading to self-censorship [18][20][14]