Fox News’ Fox and Friends:
Summary
Fox and Friends only mentioned HRC twice from 7-8 AM this morning. The early
segment focused on Giuliani and the anchors’ disdain for POTUS’s recent comments
that he had restored America’s image around the world, and the lack of aggressive
policing in NYC. The first mention of HRC was that she had low turn-out at a
fundraising event and was forced to invite more people to attend than she had
originally intended. This was followed by more headlines, and a discussion about
paid paternity leave. Neil Cavuto reported from Orlando on Gov. Rick Scott’s
economic growth forum, and what he expects both the Democratic and Republican
positions will be about the state of the economy, and how robust it will continue to
be, and mentioned HRC by name. Cavuto’s comments were somewhat vague, but his
reporting sounded fairly even-handed overall. The hour ended with headlines, and
other pieces not relevant to HRC or politics generally.
(7:00 AM – 7:02 AM) Fox and friends quickly ran through teasers of upcoming
stories.
(7:02 – 7:04 AM): Nauret briefly reported the headlines: the Pentagon accidentally
shipped live Anthrax to several Canadian labs, as well as facilities in 12 states, and
the District of Columbia; a Chinese ferry sank in Hubei Province and 458 passengers
are suspected dead; the Northeast experiencing minor flooding; Caitlyn Jenner was
featured on the cover of Vanity Fair after completing gender reassignment.
(7:04 – 7:08 AM): Fox and friends reported on story from the cover of the NY Daily
News: NYPD official says crime crisis in NYC is out of control. Rudy Giuliani joined
the anchors to talk about crime in NYC. Giuliani and the anchors advocated “stop
and frisk” policies to aggressively seize illegal firearms, and advocacy within the
black community to stop “black-on-black” violence.
(7:08-7:11 AM): The anchors and Giuliani discuss Obama’s recent statements that
the United States’ respected stature around the world has been restored due to “reengagement [with countries around the world]…that share mutual interests and
mutual respect.” Giuliani vigorously disagreed with Obama, saying, “…Maybe they
conducted this poll in the countries of our enemies.” The anchors and Giuliani
mocked the poll Obama had cited, saying they probably just picked the most leftwing people they could find in the countries where polling took place. Giuliani said
he visits “the people” who work in pence stores and cigar shops in foreign countries,
and they are asking “what’s wrong with your president?” Giuliani and the anchors
go on to praise Ronald Reagan for spending the Soviet Union “into oblivion,” and
agree there is no doubt that the enemies of the United States feared Reagan, and
even thought he was “crazy” after breaking the Air Traffic Controllers’ Union.
(7:11 – 7:13 AM): Giuliani and the anchors discuss the lapsing of several provisions
of the Patriot Act. Giuliani said he does not support Rand Paul, there has not been
one instance under either the Bush or Obama Administrations where the
government has misused the Act, nobody has used it for political purposes, and both
administrations would probably say they have foiled many terrorist plots because of
the Act. Giuliani went on to criticize Obama, saying nobody respects him around the
world, and that other leaders don’t take him seriously because he did not back-up
his “bright line” statements to Syria and the Assad regime.
(7:17 – 7:19 AM): Anchors reported the TSA failed 96% of security tests. Tests
included undercover TSA agents smuggling guns, explosives, and other potential
security risks through checkpoints. The head of the TSA has been reassigned. POTUS
will need to nominate someone to replace him, and have him confirmed by
Congress. Guilfoyle criticized the Obama administration, because the former TSAhead was only reassigned, saying, “you do a bad job, you just get reassigned to
another tax payer job.”
(7:24 – 7:25 AM): Guilfoyle reported “News by the Numbers.” First: the FBI recently
conducted surveillance flights over 30 American cities. Second: HRC only sold 50
tickets at $27,000 each for a women’s only fundraiser. The low turnout prompted an
expansion of the guest list to include men. Third: 700,000 “love locks” were cut from
a bridge in Paris.
(7:25 – 7:28 AM): Reported that Sweden will soon give men 3 months of paid
paternity leave. Doocy talked with a psychologist and a parenting expert. The
parenting expert agreed with the law, and was open to the idea here in the U.S. He
said 70 countries have already implemented it, so clearly it works. The psychologist
disagreed, saying once the government starts legislating and controlling parenting,
the government becomes the “nanny,” whereas adults should plan for leave if they
want it.
(7:32 – 7:38 AM): Anchors reported President Obama celebrated his economic
accomplishments, even while a Quinnipiac poll shows only 46% approve of his
handling of the economy. Neil Cavuto, reporting from Orlando, said that while
unemployment is low, the public perception is the economy is still worse off than it
actually is. Cavuto did say the economy has made a marked improvement since the
days of the meltdown. Cavuto said the Democrats and Republicans will stick to the
same points that have worked for them politically so far, and that HRC, or whoever
the Democratic nominee is, will say, “this is where the economy was before we took
office, and now look at how much better it is,” and the Republicans will retort, “but
the frustration level among the people is at an all time high, home ownership is at a
generational low,” and “the truth [about the state of the economy and its short-term
future] lies somewhere in between.” Cavuto also reported that Rick Scott’s
economic growth forum is taking place in Orlando today, and will feature a number
of Republican presidential hopefuls including Jeb Bush, Scott Walker, and Rick
Perry, discussing how they plan to stimulate the economy if they were elected
president.
(7:38 – 7:41 AM): Nauert re-capped some of the day’s headlines, including the
Savopoulos funeral in D.C., an American tourist was mauled to death by a lion in
South Africa, a grandmother beat up an attempted carjacker, and new wrist-band
that tells the wearer when to put on more sunblock might help prevent sunburn.
(7:45 – 7:46 AM): Anchors re-cap sports headlines, including an upcoming horse
race, a baseball reporter getting soaked with Gatorade.
(7:46 – 7:50 AM): Anchors reported Vince Vaughn’s remarks in GQ that every
person has the right bear arms anywhere, “full-stop,” while the DOJ is attempting to
limit citizens’ access to guns. Guilfoyle moderated a back-and-forth between a progun and anti-gun figure.
(7:54 - 7:57AM): interviewed a police officer who saved two lives in one shift.
CNN’s New Day:
7:00:22: Chinese cruise disaster.
7:01:23: Secretary Kerry returning to Boston for surgery.
7:02:46: Kerry’s accident could impact Iran’s nuclear talks.
7:04:05: Kerry will miss ISIS meeting that is occurring in Paris today. He will still
remain the lead for negotiations.
7:07:50: Hillary Clinton’s poll numbers have been pushing towards the wrong
direction. A recent CNN ORC poll suggests that 50% of people have an unfavorable
view of Clinton. 49% say she inspires confidence. 52% say she’s honest and
trustworthy. 47% say she cares about people like you. Numbers have been down
significantly from March. On the Republican side, there are warning signs for Jeb
Bush because more than 50% of people say that his name is not an attribute, and the
Bush name does not attract the public to vote for him. Which candidate represents
the future? Rubio 58%; Paul 53%; Walker: 52%; Clinton: 51%; Christie: 48%;
Sanders: 35%; Bush: 34%; O’Malley: 32%
7:09:46: American held by Houthi Rebels in Yemen release Casey Coombs. American
government officials had secret meetings that met with Houthi to get Americans
freed. There are at least 3 Americans held by Houthi rebels in Yemen. U.S. in direct
talks with Houthi Rebels to free Americans.
7:11:31: TSA chief reassigned after security failures.
7:11:53: Escape of two men in Houston, Texas. After a 90 minute search, police
found them and they were arrested.
7:12:31: Senate set for NSA Vote. Vote being delayed. Senate wants to take up US
Freedom Act. It would restore most of the provisions. Should congress renew NSA
Surveillance Program? 61% say yes according to the CNN ORC Poll. In terms of party
affiliation, 73% of Republicans want the Freedom Act restored. 63 percent of
Democrats want the Freedom Act restored.
7:22:11: Country could be less safe without Patriot Act.
7:22:30: Questions on Clinton funding toll on Hillary’s campaign.
7:26:47: Cruise Ship that sank in China. Hundreds are feared dead. 5 bodies have
been recovered.
7:27:52: TSA chief reassigned.
7:28: Supreme Court on Facebook threats claimed that it is not criminal behavior.
7:28:42: Child left in truck in Florence, Kentucky.
7:30:23: New CNN Poll finds that Hillary Clinton’s numbers in being honest and
trustworthy have dropped significantly since March of 2014. There is a drop in
favorable opinion of Hillary Clinton since June 2014. If 4 in 10 view her as
trustworthy, could she be hurt? Yes, in the general election. Money must be spent to
bring her credibility and trustworthiness back up after the email server controversy.
7:32:48: Bernie Sanders pulling in at 15%. Bernie Sanders claims that he wants
debates during the summer. He wants to get on people’s radar.
7:34:14: Hillary Clinton versus republicans. Choice for President in 2016: Clinton Vs.
Top Republicans: Rand Paul: +!, Marco Rubio, +3, Scott Walker, +3, Jeb Bush, +8, Ted
Cruz +9. Paul, Rubio, Walker close in on Clinton. Paul, Rubio, Walker have an appeal
to younger generations. These candidates might be tougher for her in the general
elections.
7:36:09: Lindsey Graham announces presidential Bid with a concentration on
National Security.
7:43:14: Families of Iranian hostages seeking help from Congress.
7:44:51: Robert Levinson has been missing since 2007 in Iran.
7:52:59: CNN money. Goldman Sachs doubles paternity leave.
7:53:20: CNN money: Apple watch is the most successful product Apple has
released.
7:53:53 UAB football program to be reinstated soon.
7:55:13: Young girl, Leah, undergoing stem cell procedure.
7:55:31: TSA failure for airport security.
MSNBC’s Morning Joe:
Summary: Started with a discussion of HRC’s new poll numbers, the
Democratic nomination, and the general election. Mike Huckabee was
interviewed by Joe Scarborough at 7:30am.
(7:00 AM) Clip of Jimmy Fallon talking about Ted Cruz.
(7:01 AM) Three iconic companies; GE, Travelers, and Aetna are threatening to leave
Connecticut if the state keeps raising taxes. Democrats have talked about tax
increases on computer services as well.
Segment on HRC’s poll numbers decreasing and launch rally:
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(7:05 AM) HRC’s poll numbers have been plummeting since March. Her favorability
rating has gone down 7% and honest and trustworthy have dropped to 8%. The
polls show HRC is running about even with Paul, Rubio, Walker in the head to head
match ups. HRC is having her launch rally at NYC’s Four Freedom’s Park named for
FDR’s Four Freedom’s address in 1941. Noted that HRC has often cited Eleanor
Roosevelt as a role model. The kick off is next Saturday at the park, which is
accessible by tram, and subway only, “so the logistical set up should be fantastic.”
Joe says her numbers are falling and the press hasn’t been great but supporters and
the campaign don’t seem to mind. Argued that it is still early, though there should
still be concern because any time your trustworthy or favorability numbers go down
it’s not good. It will be a problem if they don’t bounce back up. 57% say she is not
trustworthy and honest and 50% say she is unfavorable. Said the numbers are
almost Republican-like. On the Republican side, there are so many candidates that
people don’t know that much about. When you talk to Democrats, there’s a lot of
excitement within the part but there’s a sort of resignation that HRC is going to be
the nominee so then they’re on board. What can HRC do that applies to something
she’s done and ties it together so it’s believable? HRC’s problems are much more
direct. She needs to figure out how she can answer questions in the press about the
server, the uranium deals, India, etc. Don’t have to worry about poll numbers now
but 2 or 3 more months at these numbers and the campaign starts having “the Mitt
problem,” where Obama painted him as a mean industrialist and the image stuck.
Said these numbers reflect a narrative, not a single scandal, of them not answering
questions, taking foreign $, not being transparent, and things that go against what
inspires and excites the progressive party. Everything HRC is about is a turn off and
staying silent is risky for her right now. Said she’s “no slouch” at answering
questions, she’s really good at it, then they’re saying why won’t they let her
showcase her strengths.
(7:12) Argued she has said things like “flat broke” and people know that’s not the
case. She has had some major flubs that have done great damage to her brand.
People say the main message of her campaign is income stagnation, bringing the
middle class back, and she can’t get that message out when all of the questions are
about the foundation or emails. Noted that after the launch speech, she will start
taking press conferences and then reporters will have a chance to ask their
questions. Said poll numbers might be because of an “avalanche of bad stories and
silence coming from Clinton camp.”
(7:15 AM) New gun crime numbers are causing alarm in NYC. For two years,
shooting has gone up for the first time since the 1990s. Baltimore and Chicago have
also seen extreme increases. Morale has been down in police departments across
the country.
Interview with Mike Huckabee:
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(7:27 AM) Interview with Mike Huckabee. Huckabee says the political
landscape has changed in many ways since 2008. He said he’s much more well
known and more competitive in terms of money. Joe asked about the influence
of Super PACs, especially with people like Cruz, and Huckabee said there’s an
utter separation and a lack of coordination. Huckabee supports unlimited
donations but immediate transparency (“prohibit nothing, disclose
everything”). Many conservative think tanks are targeting Huckabee and
saying he is not sufficiently conservative. Huckabee argued their template
can’t apply to every state in the country. In Arksanas, they have one of the
worst road systems in the country and added a gas and diesel tax that passed
with 80% to rebuild the roads. Huckabee says you’ll be a better Republican if
you prioritize federal infrastructure and diseases. It’s an investment for the
future. Huckabee outlines his strategy on entitlements. Huckabee says people
need to start voting on their principles not their prognostications. The donor
class has been wrong, he said, the working class has been right. Huckabee says
he needs to do well in Iowa, competitive in New Hampshire, well in South
Carolina, well in Nevada, and on Super Tuesday. (7:38) Wants to be president
to bring leadership to this country that knows how to work in a hostile
environment and will speak to and for the common man who will keep the
country safe. Said he’s the only person on the Republican ticket who’s faced
the Clinton political and says if anyone is prepared for that battle it’s him.
(7:39)
(7:43 AM) Dennis Hastert, recently indicted in a hush-money payment scheme, will
make his first court appearance on Thursday.
(7:47 AM) Interview with Ben Mezrich, author of “Once Upon a Time in Russia.”
(7:57 AM) Preview of interview with George Pataki in the next hour.