Fox News’ morning newsletter, Fox News First, provides updates on Trump’s historic conviction and the aftermath. Trump has been freed to hit the campaign trail after being warned by Biden to ‘buckle up’. Trump’s attorney believes he did not receive a fair trial and many Americans had strong reactions to his stunning conviction. The winners and losers following the guilty verdict are discussed, with both the Biden-Harris campaign and Trump fundraising off the news. Trump is the first former president in U.S. history to be convicted of a crime and will be sentenced just before the GOP nomination for president.
In the media world, reactions to Trump’s guilty verdict have been intense. USA Today quietly deleted an op-ed by Sen. John Kennedy, and there were cheers at Biden campaign HQ after the announcement. Brittney Griner has responded to critics claiming she is unpatriotic. Opinions on the matter include Biden choosing illegal immigrants over veterans and the importance of standing with Israel. Laura Ingraham discusses Judge Merchan running his courtroom like a ‘Kremlin crony’, while Jesse Watters and Sean Hannity have differing views on the case against Trump.
A lifeguard is suing LA County for being punished for refusing to fly a Progress Pride flag, and popular expressions like ‘all hands on deck’ are explained. A news quiz tests knowledge on headlines of the week, and the Chiefs are set to visit the White House after their Super Bowl victory. A penguin ring bearer surprises a bride at her wedding. Videos show American reactions to Trump’s conviction, an attorney discussing ways to reverse it, and provide updates on weather in different neighborhoods. The last word from Sean Hannity questions the timing and validity of Trump’s conviction during a presidential campaign.
In conclusion, the Fox News newsletter highlights the ongoing political drama surrounding Trump’s conviction and the reactions from media, politicians, and the public. The intense responses to the guilty verdict show the deep divides in American society, with opinions varying on the fairness of the trial and the consequences for Trump’s future. The implications of a former president being convicted of a crime are significant, especially as the sentencing date coincides with a major political event. The newsletter also touches on unrelated news stories and fun activities, providing a diverse range of content for readers. Ultimately, the fallout from Trump’s conviction will continue to reverberate in the political and media spheres in the coming days and weeks.
