Fox News Poll Shows Divided Patriotism; Media Critiques America’s 250th Anniversary

A recent Fox News poll indicates a significant partisan split when it comes to feelings of national pride and patriotism. Ainsley Earhart, Griff Jenkins, and Charlie Hart discussed the backlash from media regarding the “America 250” celebration, suggesting it has become politicized. They also included comments from Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin, who voiced her critique of the current Democratic leadership, advocating for substantial changes within the party.

Is anyone there? I mean, for those who couldn’t skip class today—congrats on your dedication! Honestly, if I weren’t working, I’d likely be unplugged from the internet and blissfully unaware of its existence.

Is there anything quite like the eve of Independence Day? It might be an underrated mini-holiday. I mean, Christmas Eve has its charm, the night before Thanksgiving feels festive, and then there’s the day before this monumental anniversary. Especially since it falls on a Friday—that’s elite! It’s the reason we push through June and focus during Pride Month.

As we head into a weekend filled with celebrations, here’s to America’s 250th anniversary. Let’s dive in!

Welcome to Friday Nightcap, where Olivia Dunne brings the fun, and Paul Skeens is lighting up the night like a firecracker.

This week was packed with interesting events. Did you hear about the WNBA team sending Caitlin Clark a disheartening message? And what better way to wrap up the day than with some good old-fashioned patriotism, courtesy of Dale Earnhardt Jr.?

Dale Earnhardt Jr.: NASCAR’s Legacy 25 Years Ago

I can’t really see anyone having objections, right? It’s America, after all!

Speaking of tradition, let’s talk about that classic drink, rum punch. Apparently, it was all the rage back in 1776—perfect for our Friday festivities.

Back in the day, colonists consumed a ton of alcohol, with rum being the top choice. Water wasn’t always safe, and tea was boycotted for political reasons, so rum—a product of Caribbean molasses—became closely tied to the protests against “taxation without representation.” People often shared a communal bowl of rum punch at gatherings. I can picture it now—this weekend, I’m definitely going to whip up some rum punch! Just a heads-up, though, that stuff can get out of hand quickly!

Anyway, enough of the history lesson for now. As we close up for the week, white parties are on the agenda! Who isn’t excited?

So, about that white party—Michael Rubin, founder of Fanatics, hosts this annual gathering for the elite where everyone dons white. I mean, it sounds a bit cultish, right? Celebrities were spotted at Rubin’s Southampton home, while Olivia Dunne was there solo since Paul Skeens was dealing with his own challenges in Philadelphia.

Paul Skeens: Struggles on the Field

Something feels off with Paul Skeens this season. He started strong but has recently struggled, allowing a notable number of earned runs in a short span. Meanwhile, Olivia had a blast partying with Jake Paul’s fiancée, Olympian Jutta Lierdam.

It’s tough to watch Paul right now. Some speculate that he’s lost velocity, which is frustrating for a pitcher who can throw 100 mph. I really hope this is just a rough patch.

Let’s move on to this week’s highlight content. We’ve had some action packed moments, like when someone got thrown off a roof. That sight was quite something—humiliating, really.

Caitlin Clark’s Voting Controversy

Let’s discuss the ongoing conversation surrounding Caitlin Clark. She was unexpectedly voted as the 11th best guard in the WNBA this year by her peers, which is baffling. It’s surprising how poorly her fellow players view her, considering her contributions to the league.

I mean, I don’t see any scenario where Caitlin Clark is merely the 11th best guard. Anyone watching lately would surely think otherwise. It’s frustrating!

By the way, Caitlin recently spoke out for the first time since the robbery—better than expected, truly! Looks like she caught a lot of people off guard.

Well, that wraps it up for today and this week. Enjoy the Independence Day celebrations, everyone! Cheers to America at 250!

Let’s pay homage to Dale Jr. this weekend—25 years ago, what a wild ride it’s been!