This Sunday, outrage. In the wake of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the Trump administration vows to crack down on the so-called radical left. >> The radical left has done tremendous damage to the country. >> We will absolutely target you, go after you, if you are targeting anyone with hate speech. The answer to debate and speech that you don't like is not violence or taking someone's life. It's more speech. It's more debate. It's more engagement. >> I'll talk exclusively to Democr ...

Welcome back. And joining me now is Republican Senator Ran Paul of Kentucky. Senator Paul, welcome back to Meet the Press.>> Good morning. Thanks for having me. >> Good morning to you.Thank you so much for being here. Of course, today is the memorial service for Charlie Kirk. I know you have called him a friend.And Senator, you of course have been impacted by political violence yourself. In 2017, you were on the baseball field when shots rang out. When Congressman Steve Scaliz was shot, he did survive.But S ...

I do want to talk about ABC's decision this week to suspend Jimmy Kimmel's late night show after, of course, he was criticized for comments he made in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination. And hours after the FCC chairman, Brendan Carr said this. Take a look.I mean, look, we can do this the easy way or the hard way. these companies can find ways to change conduct to take action frankly uh on Kimmel or you know there's going to be additional work for the FCC ahead. Senator, do you believe that Brendan Ca ...

Government Overreach & Constitutional Concerns - The administration's strikes on Venezuelan boats are potentially illegal under domestic and international law, possibly violating federal laws including the prohibition on murder [2][3] - The administration's actions are seen as a potential assault on the Constitution, particularly regarding separation of powers and due process [7][21] - There are concerns about the administration's willingness to leverage political power to suppress dissent, potentially threatening core freedoms of speech and association [28][29] First Amendment & Free Speech - The administration is accused of indirectly pressuring private companies to silence speech, which could be a violation of the First Amendment [17] - An FCC commissioner allegedly threatened consequences for a network if they continued to air content the administration disliked, raising concerns about government coercion [16][18] - There are concerns about the selective application of free speech principles, with some supporting it only when it benefits them [19] Congressional Oversight & Accountability - There is a perceived lack of congressional oversight regarding the administration's actions, particularly from the Speaker of the House and Senate Majority Leader [9] - Calls for Congress to step up and provide oversight, hold hearings, and ensure accountability for potentially illegal actions [7][9] - The need for Congress to authorize actions that could be perceived as imminent threats to the United States [13] Potential Justifications & Public Opinion - Some may sympathize with aggressive actions if they believe they are stopping illegal drugs from entering the country and killing people [10] - The administration has an obligation to explain the evidence supporting their actions and the imminent threat they perceive [10][13] - Despite potential sympathy, there is a need to be serious about the responsibilities and proper role of government [14]

And joining me now we have James Telerico, Democratic state representative from Texas who is challenging Republican Senator John Cornin for his US Senate seat. Representative Telerico, thank you so much for being here, sir. So let let's talk about the shooting which highlights the extent of the political polarization, the extreme voices on both sides that appear to be the loudest.At least that is what the algorithms would have us believe. What is your assessment of the level of distrust. Is it evident among ...

Core Points - Disney faces calls for a boycott from actors and users after the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show due to his comments on the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk [1][2][4] - The backlash includes protests outside Disney's headquarters and a surge of canceled subscriptions to Disney-owned streaming services [2][5] - The suspension of Kimmel's show has drawn support from Hollywood celebrities, some of whom are publicly endorsing the boycott [3][4] Financial Impact - Boycotts could have significant financial repercussions for Disney, particularly affecting its streaming platforms and theme parks, which have been crucial for the company's earnings [5] - Disney+ reported 128 million subscribers, an increase of 1.8 million from the previous quarter, while combined subscribers for Disney+ and Hulu reached 183 million [5] - The parks and experiences division saw revenue and operating income increase due to higher customer spending and more hotel stays [6] Regulatory Context - FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticized Kimmel's comments and hinted at potential regulatory actions against Disney and ABC, stating "we can do this the easy way or we can do this the hard way" [6][7] - The situation has raised concerns among some conservatives about government overreach and its implications for free speech [8][9] - Senator Ted Cruz expressed alarm over the government's role in regulating media content, warning that it could lead to silencing conservative voices [9][10]

We can do this the easy way or the hard way. Those are not the words of a mob boss and good fellas. Those are the words of the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. They were words of warning delivered on a right-wing podcast and aimed at the broadcasters of a late night comedian. >> Frankly, when you see stuff like this, I mean, look, we can do this the easy way or the hard way. These companies can find ways to change conduct, to take action. frankly uh on Kimmel or you know there's going to b ...

Who could have possibly seen this coming!?!?!Prediction markets.Real fun. https://t.co/hpW9TEQ0Z6Easy (@EasyEatsBodega):Free Money Fridays!(NFA this is a gamble obviously)But in all seriousness, the Jimmy Kimmel situation is causing a massive massive stir across the United States and an argument for Free Speech.In turn, Kimmel has been suspended 'indefinitely'But statements were shared https://t.co/FNVh9YAyR0 ...

We begin with growing Republican opposition to the Trump administration's efforts to silence dissenting voices. Now, Senator Ted Cruz is blasting the FCC chair for threats he made related to ABC suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live. Look, I like Brendan Carr. He's a good guy. He's the chairman of the FCC. I work closely with him. But what he said there is dangerous as hell. And and I got to say, he he he he threatens it. He says, "We can do this the easy way or we can do this the hard way. " Yeah. And and I gott ...

We got some breaking news tonight that the US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Eric Cybert, has told his office he is resigning after increasing pressure from Donald Trump. Sources tell MSNBC that staffers in the office were distraught at the news, some even crying when they found out. Cybert's resignation comes as Donald Trump has become increasingly frustrated that Cyber would not prosecute the New York Attorney General Leticia James on trumped up mortgage fraud charges. He had refused to ch ...