Bishop defends plea for mercy made to Trump: 'We're in a particularly harsh moment now'
In an interview late Wednesday, Bishop Marian-Edgar Boudet defended his recent plea for mercy against President Trump, which sparked demands for an apology. “We're at a particularly challenging time right now when it comes to conversations around immigrant populations,” said Budde, spiritual leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington. told MSNBC Rachel Maddow. “And that […]
Team USA, Capitals Star TJ Oshie Defends Trump Post, Says Critics Have No ‘Honor’
Washington Capitals and Team USA Olympic hockey player TJ Oshie takes aim at those who attacked him in social media posts celebrating Donald Trump's inauguration, accusing them of having no honor did. On Monday, Oshie posted a photo of the president with the message “America is back” and his pledge to fight for all Americans. […]
Dimon defends Trump tariffs
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Dimon defends Trump tariffs: 'National security trumps a little bit more inflation'
JPMorgan Chase & Co. CEO Jamie Dimon on Wednesday weighed in on President Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, saying the national security benefits outweigh the inflationary effects. He said he was deaf. “Even if it's a little bit of inflation, if it's good for national security, then that's fine. So get over […]
Trump, GOP leaders meet at White House as president plans visit to NC, defends executive orders
Congressional Republican leaders met with President Donald Trump on Tuesday, and the president made several public remarks after the White House summit. Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota and House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana are scheduled to address reporters about what was discussed in their first meeting since the new president began […]
John Harbaugh defends Mark Andrews for brutal drop with Ravens tight end silent
In Sunday's 27-25 loss to the Bills in the divisional round, the Ravens didn't blame Mark Andrews after the veteran tight end made two devastating mistakes in the fourth quarter. Ravens coach John Harbaugh said Andrews committed a costly fumble and dropped a game-tying two-point conversion attempt with less than two minutes to go in […]
Nelly defends performing at Trump’s inauguration, says ‘it’s an honor’
Musicians who agreed to perform at President-elect Trump's inauguration have found themselves at the center of the backlash. Rapper Nelly, who is scheduled to perform at the Liberty Ball on Monday, defended his decision to attend the festival. “I'm not doing this for the money. I'm doing it because it's an honor. I respect the […]
Lindsey Graham defends Kash Patel in heated exchange with CBS host
Sen. Lindsey Graham (RS.C.) had a tense exchange Sunday during a live interview with Margaret Brennan on CBS's “Face the Nation.” Graham told Brennan that he was “ready” to vote to confirm Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to head the FBI, adding that Patel's confirmation hearing would “make him a very important member of […]
Trump inauguration performer Lee Greenwood defends Carrie Underwood against critics
Lee Greenwood has come to the country's star's defense after Carrie Underwood received mixed reactions for agreeing to perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday. “Carrie Underwood is a great artist,” the “God Bless the USA” singer told FOX News Digital on Friday. “She's a great singer. I've sung with her before. She'll do […]
Saquon Barkley defends Eagle fans against ‘hate’ from Rams player amid controversy over fan abusing woman
Star running back Saquon Barkley defended Philadelphia Eagle fans as they came under intense national scrutiny after a video of him assaulting a woman went viral. The Eagles are scheduled to play the Los Angeles Rams in a regional playoff game on Sunday, and Rams player Jared Verse expressed his hatred for Eagles fans in […]