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25-02-2025
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CPAC 2025 in DC
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23-02-2025
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WATCH: CPAC attendees say Trump 'activated' new media conservatism
Fox News Digital caught up with CPAC 2025 attendees on Saturday ahead of President Donald Trump's headlining speech to discuss how Republicans are dominating the modern media narrative. The Conservative Political Action Conference is an annual meeting of conservative minds to discuss policy and hear from leading voices in the party. CPAC dates back to 1974, but it was Trump's speech in 2017 that ushered the conservative conference into its modern era. Conservative media has erupted in the Trump years, and CPAC had that evidence on full display this year. Media rows, with space for everyone from legacy mainstream media to independent podcasters, spanned several floors of the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, during CPAC 2025. The Trump administration has embraced this new media landscape, most notably by opening up a coveted "new media seat" in the White House press briefing room for influencers, podcasters, content creators and independent journalists. The White House received thousands of media applications following White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt's announcement last month. Cpac Straw Poll Reveals Who Conservatives Believe Will Be 2028 Presidential Nominee "I think the diversity of new media would be a great addition to the media landscape, and it's been great to see them in the press briefing room, too. I think that all the new conservative influencers who have been utilizing channels like TikTok and Instagram have really connected with the youth, and obviously, that was a new group in terms of demographics that President Trump was able to reach with this election," CPAC attendee Kellie Lynch told Fox News Digital. Read On The Fox News App Karoline Leavitt Offers Words Of Wisdom To Young Women At Cpac: 'Just Believe In Yourself' Trump leaned into the podcast space during his 2024 presidential campaign under the advisement of his Gen Z son, Barron Trump. Trump appeared on Theo Von's "This Past Weekend," Joe Rogan's widely popular "The Joe Rogan Experience" and Logan Paul's "IMPAULSIVE." The episodes amassed millions of views each, with as many as 26 million views on Rogan's podcast. "I was watching Joe Rogan," John Taber, a young CPAC attendee, told Fox News Digital. "I listened to President Trump's interview. I listened to JD Vance's interview with Joe Rogan. I think that really spoke to a demographic that's typically not spoken to by politicians, both Republicans and Democrats. They saw hope in that interview. I think that's why a lot of conservatives flocked over to President Trump." "It goes to show that Donald Trump was very open about his views. He doesn't hide behind anything, and he went on a podcast not even knowing what was going to be asked of him, and he was able to answer," conservative TikToker Harley Richards added. "It's a great strategy," CPAC attendee Jacob Lee said. "So many young people today are so hooked on podcasts. They love podcasts. They love Joe Rogan. They love the Nelk boys. They love all of these interactive podcast stars that Kamala Harris and the Democrats didn't really go for a lot. They did go on other podcasts that are kind of inflammatory, in my opinion, but they're not engaging. They're not engaging the younger male voter. I think that's what really put Trump over the top with younger men." The White House announced an official rapid response account @RapidResponse47 during Trump's first month back in office, led by White House Rapid Response director Jake Schneider. The accounts aggregate key interview moments, share fast facts and create headlines, to highlight Trump's best moments and clip the Democrats' worst. "I follow the White House Trump Rapid Response, and it provides a great commentary on what's going on, and you can respond to it and debate with people who are not conservative. I find that very useful," Taber said. "That's where most of the youth group is looking at right now: social media. They don't really get their news from larger news sources most of the time," Lee explained. Tiffany Cianci, who runs a social media channel called TikTok Town Hall, told Fox that Trump "made his presence known on TikTok and saw the benefits of how it could connect him to his audience," and that during the election cycle, people "realized they wanted that accountability" and "engagement with our politicians." "Special government employee" Elon Musk uses X to communicate with Americans directly, sharing information about his Department of Government Efficiency in real time. As the owner of X, Musk is the most-followed person on the app with a whopping 218.5 million followers. "Especially with Elon Musk's purchase of X and the re-platforming of conservatives who had previously been de-platformed when it was Twitter. I think it's been great to see those voices be amplified again, and for free speech to return to X," Lynch said. "Before, it would have been very difficult to say something, even moderately conservative. Now, I can't scroll on X, you know, two posts deep without seeing something to the tune of conservatism," another CPAC attendee, Daniel McBride, said. As social media shifts more conservative, legacy media is embracing the change too. Bill Abbott, president and CEO of Great American Media, spoke with Fox News Digital on Friday ahead of his CPAC panel about faith, family and the future of media. Recognizing a gap in the industry three years ago, the former Hallmark CEO launched his family-friendly media company. Abbott, who attended CPAC to meet his audience where they are, said viewers have always enjoyed conservative media but, now, demands are being met by a growing supply of conservative channels. "I'm not so sure if it's a shift or people now feel free to speak up," Abbott said. "I think back in 2016 or 2017, there was a tremendous fear you could get canceled if you had freedom of speech or if you actually said something that was positive about the administration or about the president or about being conservative. Those values were very much held in contempt." "Now, with the election and winning in a landslide, clearly, people feel more comfortable expressing what they really think. So, I think that it's not so much a shift, but I think the majority of the country has always been in this camp," Abbott added. "It was never really liberal-dominated," Bode Brewer, a CPAC attendee from Pennsylvania, echoed. "There was no conservative strength to uplift people that were conservative. The conservatives were always there, they were just never activated."Original article source: WATCH: CPAC attendees say Trump 'activated' new media conservatism
Fox News
23-02-2025
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WATCH: CPAC attendees say Trump 'activated' new media conservatism
Fox News Digital caught up with CPAC 2025 attendees on Saturday ahead of President Donald Trump's headlining speech to discuss how Republicans are dominating the modern media narrative. The Conservative Political Action Conference is an annual meeting of conservative minds to discuss policy and hear from leading voices in the party. CPAC dates back to 1974, but it was Trump's speech in 2017 that ushered the conservative conference into its modern era. Conservative media has erupted in the Trump years, and CPAC had that evidence on full display this year. Media rows, with space for everyone from legacy mainstream media to independent podcasters, spanned several floors of the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, during CPAC 2025. The Trump administration has embraced this new media landscape, most notably by opening up a coveted "new media seat" in the White House press briefing room for influencers, podcasters, content creators and independent journalists. The White House received thousands of media applications following White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt's announcement last month. "I think the diversity of new media would be a great addition to the media landscape, and it's been great to see them in the press briefing room, too. I think that all the new conservative influencers who have been utilizing channels like TikTok and Instagram have really connected with the youth, and obviously, that was a new group in terms of demographics that President Trump was able to reach with this election," CPAC attendee Kellie Lynch told Fox News Digital. Trump leaned into the podcast space during his 2024 presidential campaign under the advisement of his Gen Z son, Barron Trump. Trump appeared on Theo Von's "This Past Weekend," Joe Rogan's widely popular "The Joe Rogan Experience" and Logan Paul's "IMPAULSIVE." The episodes amassed millions of views each, with as many as 26 million views on Rogan's podcast. "I was watching Joe Rogan," John Taber, a young CPAC attendee, told Fox News Digital. "I listened to President Trump's interview. I listened to JD Vance's interview with Joe Rogan. I think that really spoke to a demographic that's typically not spoken to by politicians, both Republicans and Democrats. They saw hope in that interview. I think that's why a lot of conservatives flocked over to President Trump." "It goes to show that Donald Trump was very open about his views. He doesn't hide behind anything, and he went on a podcast not even knowing what was going to be asked of him, and he was able to answer," conservative TikToker Harley Richards added. "It's a great strategy," CPAC attendee Jacob Lee said. "So many young people today are so hooked on podcasts. They love podcasts. They love Joe Rogan. They love the Nelk boys. They love all of these interactive podcast stars that Kamala Harris and the Democrats didn't really go for a lot. They did go on other podcasts that are kind of inflammatory, in my opinion, but they're not engaging. They're not engaging the younger male voter. I think that's what really put Trump over the top with younger men." The White House announced an official rapid response account @RapidResponse47 during Trump's first month back in office, led by White House Rapid Response director Jake Schneider. The accounts aggregate key interview moments, share fast facts and create headlines, to highlight Trump's best moments and clip the Democrats' worst. "I follow the White House Trump Rapid Response, and it provides a great commentary on what's going on, and you can respond to it and debate with people who are not conservative. I find that very useful," Taber said. "That's where most of the youth group is looking at right now: social media. They don't really get their news from larger news sources most of the time," Lee explained. Tiffany Cianci, who runs a social media channel called TikTok Town Hall, told Fox that Trump "made his presence known on TikTok and saw the benefits of how it could connect him to his audience," and that during the election cycle, people "realized they wanted that accountability" and "engagement with our politicians." "Special government employee" Elon Musk uses X to communicate with Americans directly, sharing information about his Department of Government Efficiency in real time. As the owner of X, Musk is the most-followed person on the app with a whopping 218.5 million followers. "Especially with Elon Musk's purchase of X and the re-platforming of conservatives who had previously been de-platformed when it was Twitter. I think it's been great to see those voices be amplified again, and for free speech to return to X," Lynch said. "Before, it would have been very difficult to say something, even moderately conservative. Now, I can't scroll on X, you know, two posts deep without seeing something to the tune of conservatism," another CPAC attendee, Daniel McBride, said. As social media shifts more conservative, legacy media is embracing the change too. Bill Abbott, president and CEO of Great American Media, spoke with Fox News Digital on Friday ahead of his CPAC panel about faith, family and the future of media. Recognizing a gap in the industry three years ago, the former Hallmark CEO launched his family-friendly media company. Abbott, who attended CPAC to meet his audience where they are, said viewers have always enjoyed conservative media but, now, demands are being met by a growing supply of conservative channels. "I'm not so sure if it's a shift or people now feel free to speak up," Abbott said. "I think back in 2016 or 2017, there was a tremendous fear you could get canceled if you had freedom of speech or if you actually said something that was positive about the administration or about the president or about being conservative. Those values were very much held in contempt." "Now, with the election and winning in a landslide, clearly, people feel more comfortable expressing what they really think. So, I think that it's not so much a shift, but I think the majority of the country has always been in this camp," Abbott added. "It was never really liberal-dominated," Bode Brewer, a CPAC attendee from Pennsylvania, echoed. "There was no conservative strength to uplift people that were conservative. The conservatives were always there, they were just never activated."
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Business
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Dogecoin's Journey From Memecoin To 'Real' Money 'Crazy But Cool,' Says Elon Musk: 'I Am Living The Meme'
Tesla Inc. and SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk embraced his meme status during his recent appearance at CPAC 2025, tying it to his association with the popular cryptocurrency, Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE). What Happened: During the interview with Newsmax host Rob Schmitt, Musk described himself as 'living the meme,' a reference to his connection with Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency that originated from the internet-famous Doge meme featuring a Shiba Inu dog. Initially created as a meme, Dogecoin evolved into a real cryptocurrency thanks to Musk's public support. 'Doge started out as a meme. Think about it. And now, it's real. Isn't that crazy? But it's cool.'Trending: 'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. Why It Matters: The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), which took place from February 19-22, 2025, in Washington, D.C., is a significant gathering for conservatives. Musk's participation indicates his growing involvement in political and cultural spheres, including his support for the Trump administration's policies. In recent times, Elon Musk has also faced a lot of criticism regarding his involvement in the U.S. government. Reportedly, Tesla lost $15 billion in brand value in 2024 due to Musk's political opinion and open support for Trump. In the event, Musk also spoke about the change in his perspective over the past several years, and his thoughts about the federal policy and regulation. The highlight of the event was the peculiar yet symbolic gold-plated chainsaw—an unusual gift from Argentine President Javier Milei to Musk representing the latter's stance against government spending. The Tesla CEO also expressed a strong interest in touring the U.S. gold depository at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Notably, President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have revived long-standing debates about the U.S. government's gold reserves at Fort Knox, as gold prices soar to record highs exceeding $2,940 per ounce. Read Next: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — you can become an investor for $0.80 per share today. If there was a new fund backed by Jeff Bezos offering a 7-9% target yield with monthly dividends would you invest in it? UNLOCKED: 5 NEW TRADES EVERY WEEK. Click now to get top trade ideas daily, plus unlimited access to cutting-edge tools and strategies to gain an edge in the markets. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? This article Dogecoin's Journey From Memecoin To 'Real' Money 'Crazy But Cool,' Says Elon Musk: 'I Am Living The Meme' originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved. Sign in to access your portfolio
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23-02-2025
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Grupo Frontera Say They ‘Don't Support Any Political Party Against Immigrants' Amid Trump Rumors
Grupo Frontera are (again) speaking out against viral rumors that the Mexican American band supports Donald Trump. On Saturday, Grupo Frontera posted a video dispel some of the rumors about their political allegiance after a clip of them evading questions about the border crisis went viral this week. 'We want to clarify so many things that have come out about us. Straight to the point: We are migrants, our parents are migrants,' said Julian Peña Jr. surrounded by his bandmates. 'We want to tell you all: We don't support any political party that's against immigrants.' More from Rolling Stone Elon Musk Says He'll Fire Every Federal Worker Who Ignores His Email CPAC 2025: Conservative Elites Celebrate Trump as America Self-Immolates Are Trump's Actions 'Unprecedented'? Here's What Seven Historians Say Earlier this week at Premio Lo Nuestro, El Gordo y la Flaca's Raúl de Molina asked the band their opinion about the border crisis, given their band's name, which translates to 'Border Group' in Spanish. Peña responded with a non-answer as his bandmates appeared uncomfortable at his side: 'We dedicate ourselves to music. We love everyone and want peace and love. Take care of yourselves,' he said. In Saturday's video, bajo quinto player Alberto Acosta referenced the 'fake news' that's circulated online, sharing that they hadn't spoken against the speculation since they're constantly faced with rumors online. 'We are clarifying this because people are putting us against our raza,' he said. (The group did not mention President Trump by name in the video.) One of the viral moments the band addressed was a clip of the band dancing to 'Y.M.C.A.,' a song that Trump and the MAGA camp have co-opted at political rallies. Frontera said that moment happened well before the election. 'We had a routine before shows on our last tour where we'd dance huapangos or different songs,' accordionist Juan Javier Cantú said. 'We danced to that song in primary school and it didn't have anything to do with a political party at that point.' Payo Solis, the group's vocalist, addressed videos posted by his grandmother who had previously shared her support for MAGA on TikTok. 'The only opinions that count from Grupo Frontera are those that come from the group itself,' Solis said. 'Whatever person that's not one of us can't speak for us or express an opinion on our behalf.' Many fans of the Mexican American group took issue with Peña's poor response on the Premio Lo Nuestro red carpet days after the band posted that statement, viewing the response as confirmation of the group's support for Trump, who has specifically targeted undocumented immigrants, many of whom are Mexican. In their video posted on Saturday, the band did not address screen recordings that circulated online of its members following Trump and liking his posts on Instagram. 'We are migrants. We're for migrants. We always have been,' said Peña Jr. at the end of the video. 'You guys know what we've done and have supported our raza in the U.S. and Mexico. That's what this group represents, not what's been said about us.' Earlier this month, the group shared an Instagram Story statement saying that they had 'no affiliation nor alliance' with 'any political party,' and added that 'the opinions of our friends and family don't represent Grupo Frontera.' Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
