President Donald Trump stood by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. after he faced an intense grilling from senators on Capitol Hill on Thursday, telling reporters, "I like the fact that hes different."While speaking with the press during his dinner with technology industry leaders at the White House, Trump was asked about the hearing."Mr. President, Sen. Bill Cassidy [R-La.] said, effectively, we're denying people vaccines. Do you have full confidence in what RFK Jr. is doing?" asked a reporter.Trump noted that he "didn't get to watch the hearings today," but spoke highly of Kennedy, saying, "hes a very good person."RFK JR. INVOKES DEMOCRAT FATHERS WORDS TO DEFEND TRUMP-BACKED CDC SHAKEUP AT SENATE HEARING"He means very well. And he's got some little different ideas. I guarantee a lot of the people at this table like RFK Jr., and I do, but he's got a different take, and we want to listen to all of those takes," said the president."But I heard he did very well today," Trump went on. "It's not your standard talk, I would say that, and that has to do with medical and vaccines. But if you look at what's going on in the world with health and look at this country also with regard to health, I like the fact that he's different."While testifying before the Senate Finance Committee, Kennedy faced intense criticism from Democratic senators, including Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., who accused Kennedy of putting children into "harm's way" with his policies.Wyden pressed Kennedy during the hearing, saying that he believed Kennedy had "no regrets" about a "fundamentally cruel" agenda.RFK JR. DEFENDS FIRING SPREE AT CDC, VOWS NEW BLOOD AT AGENCY"This is about kids being pushed into harm's way by reckless and repeated decisions to get scientists and doctors out of the way and allow conspiracy theories to dictate this country's health policy," Wyden said at the end of his questioning."I don't see any evidence that you have any regrets about anything you've done or plans to change it. And my last comment is, I hope that you will tell the American people how many preventable child deaths are an acceptable sacrifice for enacting an agenda that I think is fundamentally cruel and defies common sense," said Wyden.Kennedy countered by noting Wydens decades in office while chronic disease rates climbed significantly."Senator, you've sat in that chair how long? Twenty, 25 years, while the chronic disease of our children went up to 76%. And you said nothing.""You never asked the question of why it's happening. Why is this happening? Today, for the first time in 20 years, we've learned that infant mortality has increased in our country. It's not because I came in here. It's because of what happened during the Biden administration that we're going to end," he continued.TRUMP HEALTH AGENDA SPARKS REVOLT: 3 WEST COAST GOVERNORS FORM VACCINE ALLIANCEVice President JD Vance also came to Kennedys defense on Thursday, saying the senators who grilled him are "full of s--- and everyone knows it.""When I see all these senators trying to lecture and gotcha Bobby Kennedy today all I can think is: You all support off-label, untested, and irreversible hormonal therapies for children, mutilating our kids and enriching big pharma," Vance wrote in an X post. "You're full of s--- and everyone knows it."Kennedy reposted the vice president, writing, "Thank you @JDVance. You put your finger squarely on the preeminent problem."Kennedy's testimony came one day after over 1,000 current and former HHS employees signed a letter calling for his resignation on Wednesday. Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., also called for his resignation.

The U.S. accepted a luxury Boeing Jet as a gift from Qatar in May, with plans to retrofit it to become the next Air Force One. The Air Force says the effort will cost less than $400 million for the updates. Other estimates show it could cost more than $1 billion.Meanwhile, a separate deal with Boeing to produce two new 747-8s has faced significant delays and cost the company more than $1 billion."They're getting a new Air Force One. I didn't want to do it because if I did it they'd say why are you doing that?," President Donald Trump said in January 2016. "I don't mind getting that plane, but, you know, it does seem like an awful lot of money, doesn't it?"The Air Force first announced the plan to develop the 747-8s in 2015, when President Barack Obama was in office.PUTIN EXTENDS INVITATION TO ZELENSKYY AS FORMER CIA STATION CHIEF WARNS OF DANGER"The President doesn't need a new plane right now. But eight years from now, whoever is President, they are likely to need a new plane," White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest said in October 2015.Nearly ten years later, the Air Force One project has yet to deliver, prompting President Trump to look for other options."Im not happy with Boeing. It takes them a long time to do, you know, Air Force One," President Trump said in February. "I could buy one from another country, perhaps. Or get one from another country."The Air Force and Boeing now say their jets could fly by 2027. A White House report estimates the debut might not take place until 2029. President Trump told reporters on July 29, the retrofitted Qatar Jet could be in the air by February."I think it's another example of them pulling us so closely to them that our interests become aligned, even if they're not," Staff Writer for the Free Press Jay Solomon said.According to an investigation by Solomon and fellow Free Press writer Frannie Bock, Qatar has spent almost $100 billion to establish its influence in the U.S. Qatari officials have funneled money into Ivy League universities to build campuses in Doha, newsrooms like Al Jazeera and corporations to establish offices in Qatar. Doha has also made an effort to invite congressional delegations to visit, while paying lobbyists to align with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. President Trump even made a stop in the country as part of the first major foreign trip of his second term."Their national security apparatus is fused now into the United States. They're surrounded by Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE countries they're either kind of frenemies with or not friends at all," Solomon said.Qatars ties to Iran and extremist groups lead many of its neighbors to sever diplomatic relations for several years."The nation of Qatar, unfortunately, has historically been a funder of terrorism at a very high level," President Trump said in June 2017.The blockade ended with little impact on Qatars economy and without Doha meeting the demands to end its ties to terror groups."They sort of use their relationship with the United States as a way to project what is a very aggressive foreign policy. Which there are a lot of questions, is that foreign policy really aligned with the U.S.?"Qatar allowed the Taliban to open a political office in Doha in 2013 while maintaining close relations with the U.S. The Qataris have also worked to negotiate peace between Israel and Hamas.FATHER LEADS INTERNATIONAL EFFORT TO FIND A CURE FOR SONS BRAIN TUMOR"It's really unfair accusations for [saying] Qatar's trying to buy influence. Throughout the last 25 years or 30 years, you will see, you'll find Qatar always by the side of the U.S. in many areas and many things," Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said.Qatar said they are proud of their relationships with U.S. entities and its effort to mediate conflicts, but some question the countrys intentions."I stew over this, to be honest. A lot of people do. I think they have gotten some of the hostages if you look at it on a positive note, they helped Americans get out of Afghanistan. They helped negotiate the end of our role in Afghanistan. You could look at that and say, wow, that's positive," Solomon said. "But I do think they empower groups in a lot instances that are not our friends."Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle express unease over Qatars controversial record on human rights and terror links."Qatar is not, in my opinion, a great ally," Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., said in May.Rep. Ted Lieu, D-Calif., said at a press conference with other democrats that "there is no such thing as a free palace in the sky." And Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., noted "the Trojan Horse was a gift."The White House deflected concerns. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNN, "the French gave us the Statue of Liberty. The British gave us the Resolute Desk."Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., announced a hold on approving all Justice Department nominees until the White house gave more details about the jet deal.POLISH REPORTER CHALLENGES TRUMP ON RUSSIA POLICY, GETS FIERCE OVAL OFFICE RESPONSE"This just isn't naked corruption. It's also a national security threat," Schumer said on the Senate Floor in May.Democrats have now delayed more than 140 judicial nominees."When it comes to gifts, we have ethics rules. We have them in the Senate. We've got them in White House. Those rules need to be followed. And ultimately what we want is to make sure that we've got the president traveling in a way that's as safe as possible," Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., said.A memo reviewed by ABC News stated the donation of the jet is unconditional and that "the aircraft may be used or disposed by the DOD in its sole discretion."U.S. laws generally prohibit the acceptance of large foreign gifts by government employees, including the president. However, the statute can be interpreted to show gifts can be put into official government use with the agencys approval."This plane's not for me. This goes to the United States Air Force. For whoever is president. At some point, it'll be like Ronald Reagan, it will be decommissioned. You know, it's 11 years old," President Trump said on Special Report during his trip to the Middle East. "It would be decommissioned because they won't want it. Plus, they'll have the other two planes by that time."Legal analysis also shows an individual may transfer large gifts to a government agency for sale or donation. President Trump says the jet would be donated to his presidential library after he leaves office."When they give you a putt, you pick it up and you walk to the next hole and you say, thank you very much," President Trump said to questions over the ethics of the gift."There seems to be conflicts of interest all over the place. When it comes to Qatar and the highest wrongs of the administration," Solomon said. "Are their decisions on these types of issues gonna be in any way conflicted or influenced by the fact that they're taking major gifts from a government that's the main Sponsor of the Muslim Brotherhood."

NFL fans turned on their TVs and got their streams together to watch the first game of the season between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night.Some were shocked to see "Love Island USA" contestant Huda Mustafa involved in an NBC segment hyping up the game before kickoff. Mustafa was seen inside a gym and talking about the Eagles tush push sticking around despite efforts to ban the play.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Im not a football expert, Im just a mommy," she said. "But I do know a good tush when I see one."While Mustafa wasnt a part of the last couples standing, she may have gotten the last laugh with a primetime appearance before one of the biggest games of the year. And theres no crazier love than an NFL fan and their football team.EAGLES' NOTORIOUS TUSH PUSH SET TO RETURN IN NFL SEASON OPENER AFTER SURVIVING BAN VOTENFL fans were stunned to see Mustafa on their screens.As the broadcast returned to the NFL hosts on the field, Maria Taylor wondered whether Jason McCourty, Tony Dungy and Rodney Harrison knew who the "Love Island" contestant was. McCourty admitted that he knew because his wife made him watch the reality show."Im glad you know because I dont know," Dungy said.The Eagles Super Bowl title defense began against the Cowboys. Philadelphia defeated the Kansas City Chiefs back in February.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

A coroner revealed Wednesday that the cause of death remains inconclusive for a newborn allegedly hidden in a closet by a University of Kentucky student-athlete.The Fayette County Coroner's Office in Lexington, Kentucky, said in a statement that the autopsy on the male infant was completed, but the findings were inconclusive as extensive microscopic analyses are essential to determine the cause and manner of death.Officers with the Lexington Police Department took the infant's mother, Laken Snelling, 21, into custody Sunday after the baby was found dead wrapped in a towel inside a trash bag, WLEX reported. The trash bag was reportedly placed inside a closet.UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY CHEERLEADER ACCUSED OF HIDING HER DEAD INFANT IN CLOSETSnelling, a senior at the University of Kentucky, is charged with tampering with physical evidence, concealing the birth of an infant and abuse of a corpse, according to police.A university spokesperson confirmed to Fox News Digital that Snelling is a member of the school's STUNT team, which the athletics department describes as a "head-to-head competition between two teams that focuses on the technical and athletic aspects of cheer."Police said she admitted to giving birth, according to arrest records.COURT BLOCKS IDAHO POLICE FROM RELEASING MORE MURDER VICTIM BEDROOM FOOTAGE AND MATERIALSSnelling was released from jail on a $100,000 bond and placed on house arrest, according to court documents.She pleaded not guilty in court on Tuesday, according to a report from KBTX.PORTLAND MURDER SUSPECT HIT WITH FOURTH HOMICIDE CHARGE AS VICTIMS' FAMILIES DEMAND JUSTICEFayette County Coroner Gary Ginn said he understands the community's concern, noting the death "affects many lives in our neighboring state of Tennessee and as well as those in the Commonwealth.""We are currently conducting a thorough and methodical death investigation to ensure all facts are carefully considered," Ginn wrote in the statement. "Please keep the family and friends as well as the University of Kentucky friends in your thoughts and prayers."Ginn added the death investigation remains open pending test results.The Lexington Police Department said its special victims section is continuing to investigate.Fox News Digital's Adam Sabes and Greg Norman contributed to this report.

The Washington Post editorial board criticized the "resistance" left on Wednesday for attacking Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser after she began working with President Donald Trump to crack down on crime."District Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) understands what resistance politics did for the country the first time Donald Trump was president: not much," the board wrote.Though she initially expressed concerns about Trump federalizing the local police and deploying hundreds of federal officers to her city, Bowser has since acknowledged that crime dropped after his efforts began. She also recently signed an executive order encouraging more cooperation with federal officials to enforce the law.WASH POST EDITORIAL SEES POSSIBLE SHORT TERM SUCCESS IN TRUMP'S DECISION TO SEND NATIONAL GUARD TO DCThe Washington Post praised Bowsers efforts as a "refreshing" change that could improve public safety long term, contrasting them with Democratic activists actions in Trumps first term."All the protesting and dunking on social media made activists on the left feel good, at least for a time. It delivered a few symbolic victories for progressives, such as the renaming of streets and the tearing down of statues. But it did little to improve the day-to-day lives of ordinary Americans. Most important, resistance politics failed in its primary objective of stopping Trump," the board wrote.The Washington Post warned that Democrats risk even more political damage by constantly opposing Trumps crime strategy in Washington, D.C."Crime in the District has fallen substantially in recent years, but it remains unacceptably high," the board wrote. "Too much disorder has been allowed to fester, undermining quality of life. Therein lies the trap for Democrats: They cannot dismiss crime simply because things are improving, or they risk portraying themselves as out of touch with reality."WASHINGTON, DC CRIME REPORTER TURNED VICTIM SPEAKS OUT, SAYS TRUMP RECOGNIZES MAJOR ISSUE IMPACTING LIVESIt concluded, "The politically expedient path would be to performatively fight Trump tooth and nail, but Bowser knows that is not whats best for the city we all love."The D.C. Democratic Party reiterated its support for "the end of the federalization of DC's police" in a comment to Fox News Digital."We believe in supporting Home Rule and DC Statehood. No other community in America can have its local police, schools and government taken over by the president without the consent of the people. We believe in democracy, and the people in DC are fighting for our democracy and right to govern ourselves," the statement read.Bowser's office declined to comment.Trump declared a public safety emergency in Washington, D.C., in August and invoked Section 740 of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to place the Metropolitan Police Department under federal control. That emergency order will expire on Sept. 10, according to Bowser.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPAhead of the Sept. 10 deadline, Bowsers office issued an executive order Tuesday to "ensure coordination with federal law enforcement to the maximum extent allowable by law within the District" to continue cooperating with the president.Ahead of the Sept. 10 deadline, Bowsers office issued an executive order Tuesday to "ensure coordination with federal law enforcement to the maximum extent allowable by law within the District" to continue cooperating with the administration.

Sydney Sweeney made it clear she doesnt plan to comment on the backlash surrounding her American Eagle "Great Jeans" campaign.On Sept. 5, the 27-year-old actress will attend the Toronto International Film Festival for the premiere of her new biographical sports drama, "Christy." It will mark her first public appearance since her American Eagle ad drew backlash after the campaigns July release.During a new interview with Vanity Fair, Sweeney, who plays trailblazing former professional boxer Christy Martin in "Christy," said she will shut down any questions about the campaign."I am there to support my movie and the people involved in making it, and Im not there to talk about jeans," the "Euphoria" star said. "The movies about Christy, and thats what Ill be there to talk about."SYDNEY SWEENEY IS UNRECOGNIZABLE AS SHE CHANNELS FAMOUS ATHLETE FOR UPCOMING ROLEAmerican Eagle's "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans" fall denim campaign played on the homophones "jeans" and "genes," sparking accusations of eugenics.In a promo video posted to the brands Instagram, Sweeney walks toward an AE billboard featuring her and the tagline "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Genes." She crosses out "Genes" and replaces it with "Jeans" before walking away.In another ad, Sweeney lies down and fastens her jeans while saying, "Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality and even eye color." The camera pans up to her blue eyes, and she adds, "My jeans are blue."Some critics called the campaign "tone-deaf" over alleged racial undertones, while others praised Sweeney for rejecting "woke" advertising. Former President Trump also weighed in, saying that the ad campaign was "fantastic."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSThe ad has since been removed from American Eagle's social media pages.American Eaglereleased a statement on social media last month, writing, "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans is and always was about the jeans. Her jeans. Her story. Well continue to celebrate how everyone wears their AE jeans with confidence, their way. Great jeans look good on everyone."A representative for Sweeney did not respond to Fox News Digital's previous requests for comment on the backlash.Though Sweeney declined to discuss the ad during her Vanity Fair interview, she was eager to share details about "Christy," which she also co-produced."Christy" tells the story of Christy Martin, nicknamed the "Coal Miners Daughter," and her rise from small-town West Virginia to becoming one of the most recognizable female boxers of the 1990s. The film also explores Martins troubled relationship with her boxing trainer and husband, Jim Martin (Ben Foster), which involved codependency, drug abuse, financial scandal and physical and psychological violence. Christy's tale is also one of survival as she narrowly escaped with her life after Jim attempted to murder her in 2010.AMERICAN EAGLE STOCK JUMPS FOLLOWING TRUMP PRAISE FOR SYDNEY SWEENEY AD"I was blown away that her story wasnt more known on a universal, global level because its just one of the most harrowing and inspiring women that Ive ever met in my entire life," Sweeney told Vanity Fair.While speaking with the outlet, Sweeney shared that her physical transformation for the role included working with a nutritionist to gain more than 30 pounds. Sweeney also practiced boxing for several hours every day for three months in addition to weight training."I felt very strong and powerful," Sweeney said. "I loved it. Being able to lose myself to become a vessel for somebody else is my dream."The actress explained that she already had a background in combat sports, having trained in jujitsu, grappling and kickboxing during her teenage years, and had always wanted a more physically demanding role.Despite her experience, Sweeney said that she faced challenges with mastering the boxing skills needed to accurately portray Christy.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER"My stances and a lot of my technique is different than boxing. You square up differently, and, of course, you dont get brought to the ground everythings on your feet," "The White Lotus" star said.Sweeney revealed that she and the other actors playing boxers were actually hitting each other in the fight scenes, and she sustained concussions and bruises during filming."Every single fight you see, we are actually punching each other. We are going full force," Sweeney said. "I always believed that you would not be able to make it feel real if its a stunt double or if its faking the hits."Sweeney also said she spent time with Christy, though she was initially nervous when the former boxer visited the set to watch her fight scenes. However, Christys encouragement put her at ease.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP"Shes cheering you on, and shes yelling, Hit him with the hook! as if shes actually watching a fight," Sweeney said. "And Im like, Christy, you know whats going to happen. And she goes, Yeah, but Im still invested in this! It was such a fun experience."

Laurin Talese was tapped to sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing" on Thursday night ahead of the first game of the NFL season between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys.Since the summer of unrest over the death of George Floyd, the NFL has allowed teams to have performers sing the song, known as the Black national anthem. The song has made appearances at season-opening matchups as well as Super Bowls before kickoffs.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe NBC broadcast also showed one of the messages in the end zone at Lincoln Financial Field. The message read, "It Takes All of Us."Playing the song again before the start of the NFL season sparked fiery reactions on social media.EAGLES STAR JALEN CARTER EJECTED FOR SPITTING ON COWBOYS' DAK PRESCOTT BEFORE FIRST SNAP OF NFL SEASONThe NAACP began to promote "Lift Every Voice and Sing" as the Black national anthem in 1917. But it continues to be the source of consternation among fans.Talese received a standing ovation from those inside the stadium at the time.She told the Eagles website that it was her first time inside Lincoln Financial Field but has become a big fan of the team over the years."I'm feeling so excited and honored," she said. "I'm really excited to see what it's going to feel like. ... I love feeling the pulse of the city, but I've never been to a game. So, this is my entrance. This is my foray into real-life Eagles fandom, and being able to really be a part of it, like, what better way? It's kind of crazy, actually."Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Israel has 40% control of Gaza City as the Israel Defense Forces are now preparing to seize the entire area, an Israeli military spokesperson confirmed Thursday.Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin told reporters at a news briefing that his forces had already secured large neighborhoods in its latest offensive."We continue to damage Hamas infrastructure," he said before adding: "Today we hold 40% of the territory of Gaza City.""We will continue to operate until all the wars objectives are achieved. First and foremost, the return of the hostages and the dismantling of Hamas rule," he added.UN EXPERT REPEATS ISRAEL 'GENOCIDE' CLAIMS AFTER US CALLS FOR HER REMOVALLast week, Israel declared Gaza City in the north a combat zone, with some districts designated red zones, urging Palestinians to leave.Senior officials warned that military rule may be imposed and Palestinians were told to evacuate to the south, with some of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahus coalition partners pushing for a permanent Israeli settlement in Gaza.Meanwhile, Gaza health officials said at least 53 Palestinians were killed Thursday, most in Gaza City, as Israeli forces pressed deeper into eastern suburbs.ISRAEL TURNS TABLES ON UN OFFICIAL CLAIMING 'GENOCIDE' IN GAZA WITH BASIC QUESTIONSResidents reported heavy bombardments in Zeitoun, Sabra, Tuffah and Shejaia while tanks advanced into Sheikh Radwan, northwest of the city center, crushing homes and setting fires in encampments.Mahmoud Bassal, spokesperson for Gazas civil emergency service, said the bombardment destroyed four buildings in what he described as a "fire belt" targeting civilians."Even if Israel issues warnings, there are no places that can accommodate the people," he said.WHO IS THE GAZAN CHALLENGING HAMAS RULE, AND DOES HE HAVE A CHANCE?On the evacuations, Israeli officials say 70,000 people have fled Gaza City so far, though Palestinian authorities contend far fewer have left, with tens of thousands still in the path of advancing forces.Israel launched its major Gaza City offensive on Aug. 10 under "Operation Gideons Chariots," deploying tens of thousands of reservists to fight together with its regular troops.There are still 48 hostages believed to be held in Gaza.Netanyahu initially said Israel would conquer all of Gaza after indirect talks with Hamas on a ceasefire and hostage release deal broke down in July.

Liberals are up in arms over reports that independent journalist Bari Weiss is eyeing a top role at CBS News as the new Paramount chief is inching closer to striking a major deal with her.Puck News reported Wednesday that Paramount CEO David Ellison, who just took over the company last month following his $8 billion merger with Skydance, is at the "one-yard line" with his plans to buy Weiss' online publication The Free Press and appoint her to a top editorial position at the struggling broadcast network.Weiss, a classical liberal who famously exited The New York Times in 2020 after facing bullying by far-left colleagues, has largely been ostracized by the cultural left for The Free Press' reporting that challenges DEI, gender ideology and media narratives against Israel during its ongoing war with Hamas.CBS NEWS INSIDERS BRACE FOR BARI WEISS AS PARAMOUNT CEO PUSHES DEAL WORTH UP TO $200MStatus newsletter author Oliver Darcy lamented the looming deal, calling the reported $100 to 200 million price tag an "absurd sum.""David Ellison vowed not to politicize Paramountyet his first big move at CBS News is a major bet on Bari Weiss, one of the most polarizing figures in media," Darcy began his newsletter Wednesday night. "Weiss, the stridently pro-Israel, proudly anti-'woke' culture warrior, has built her brand on polarizing political commentarysupposedly the type of material Ellison signaled to reporters that he wishes to run away from."Darcy warned, "Handing Weiss the keys wont broaden trustit will further erode it among the people who actually watch the network, reinforcing suspicions about Ellisons agenda. In effect, the move will set CBS News on a course to squander its hard-earned credibility with the audience that reveres its history and demands it stand unbowed to power."HuffPost similarly branded Weiss the "polarizing editor of The Free Press" in its report and said the pending acquisition "offers a preview of how Ellison, the son of a top Trump ally, intends to shape CBS News moving forward." Salon referred to Weiss as "the polarizing editor and founder of conservative outlet The Free Press" and called her a "controversial figure."NEW PARAMOUNT CEO DAVID ELLISON ISSUES ULTIMATUM TO WORKERS: RETURN TO OFFICE FULL-TIME OR LEAVEThe far-left magazine The Nation published a piece with a headline decrying "Vile Grifters Are Taking Over Establishment Media.""If we lived in a less terrible time and place, Weiss would be dismissed as a crank and a bigot, and never heard from again. But we live in the waking nightmare that is the United States in 2025. So instead, Weiss is being rewarded with a prize that even she must think is kind of wild. That prize? CBS News," The Nation senior editor Jack Mirkinson wrote Thursday, calling the deal "disturbing.""Whatever CBS News currently is, it isnt just some hate factory pumping out shoddy propaganda 24/7. But now its being shipped over to one of the leading hateful propagandists of our time," he wrote, later adding, "I hope that CBS News staffers resist this attempt to destroy their workplace with everything they have. I hope that Weisss tenure atop CBS is short and failed. But mostly, I hope that one day we live in a world where people like Weiss are treated with the contempt they deserve and are hurled into the cultural wilderness where they belong."While conservatives and critics of the legacy media have largely welcomed the idea of Weiss leading a CBS overhaul, liberals and anti-Israel commentators slammed the move on social media."The right wing grift economy is undefeated," ex-Washington Post reporter Taylor Lorenz reacted.FCC APPROVES PARAMOUNT-SKYDANCE MERGER FOLLOWING TRUMP SETTLEMENT, COLBERT CANCELLATION"finally! a pro israel voice in mainstream media!" progressive Twitch personality Hasan Piker sarcastically exclaimed."CBS about to become your go-to news source on keffiyeh-wearing college students, how wokeness is the defining crisis of our times, whatever trans kids are up to, and whatever this is," liberal writer Jil Filipovic said while sharing a screenshot of a Free Press op-ed penned by conservative commentator Ben Shapiro."I don't hate the Free Press and I think Bari Weiss definitely has a lane. I frankly think it was a mistake to let her go from the Times - there is definitely a demand for anti-woke center-right people on the op/ed pages. But that lane is not running CBS News (!)," Flipovic added.CBS and Paramount declined to comment. The Free Press didn't respond to a request for comment.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

After experiencing limited playing time while backing up Quinn Ewers for his first two seasons at Texas, Arch Manning opened his first season as a full-time starter last Saturday.The young quarterback finished the season-opening 14-7 loss to Ohio State with 170 passing yards, one touchdown and one interception. The underwhelming performance sparked mixed reactions from fans and prominent sports figures.Heisman Trophy winner and ESPN "College GameDay" analyst Desmond Howard was among the latest to offer thoughts about whether Manning will bounce back and eventually live up to the hype.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMHoward, who won the Heisman Trophy in 1991, suggested Manning should not have been included in offseason discussions about the leading candidates for college football's most coveted trophy."All of the hype and Heisman talk around him was unwarranted," Howard said on Thursday's edition of "The Rich Eisen Show."NFL SCOUT MAKES BLUNT ADMISSION ABOUT ARCH MANNING'S SHOWING AGAINST OHIO STATE: 'LITTLE HARD TO WATCH'"He doesnt deserve having his name in the same breath as that trophy."Howard also critiqued what he observed from Manning when he watched film of him playing and theorized that his last name shields him from some criticism."People dont want to really criticize him, partially because he is a Manning," Howard added. "They want to stay in good favor with the Mannings, as they are a big name in our sport. So what they do is make it seem like Matt Patricia, the defensive coordinator for Ohio State, just called this brilliant game that kept Steve Sarkisian and Arch Manning off balance for four whole quarters."The hype surrounding Arch, the nephew of NFL greats Peyton and Eli Manning and grandson of New Orleans Saints legend Archie Manning, escalated as the 2025 season drew closer.Howard also shared his thoughts about the Longhorns' roster as a whole, saying the team was ultimately incapable of outlasting a team of Ohio State's caliber on the road.Scouts who watched last Saturday's Texas-Ohio State game were split on Manning. One NFL scout described the showing as "tough to watch," while another took a more cautious approach to writing the book on the quarterback.Next up, Texas is scheduled to host San Jose State on Sept. 6.Follow Fox News Digitals sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.