California Governor Gavin Newsom said that plans are still in the works for a debate with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, but he told Meet the Press moderator Chuck Todd that arrangements hit a snag over a “venue issue.”
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UPDATE: Debate moderator Martha MacCallum tried out the first raised hand question of the evening, asking the candidates, “Do you believe human behavior is causing climate change? Raise your hand if you do.”
None did, and Vivek Ramaswamy said, “The climate change agenda is a hoax.” That drew boos from the audience.
PREVIOUSLY: The first Republican presidential debate opened with rivals skirmishing a bit with each other rather than the front-runner who was not at the event, Donald Trump.
Instead, Vivek Ramaswamy, the political newcomer who has been rising in the polls, became the target.
“Now is not the time for on-the-job training,” said former Vice President Mike Pence.
Ramaswamy came out of the gate trying to contrast himself to others in the field, saying at one point, “I’m the only person on this stage who is not bought and paid for.”
That set off former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie joined in the criticism.
“I’ve had enough already tonight of a guy who sounds like ChatGPT standing up here,” Christie said.
He compared Ramaswamy to Barack Obama, i.e. another skinny guy with an unusual name. “I feel like we are dealing with the same type of amateur standing on stage tonight.”
The first debate of the 2024 cycle featured eight candidates on the stage: Pence, Christie, Ramaswamy, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, former UN ambassador Nikki Haley, Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC), former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum.
The debate format featured no opening remarks, but the first question, having to do with the themes of the breakout song Rich Men North of Richmond, essentially was an invitation to do so.
Ramaswamy seized on the opportunity to stand out from the pack as he introduced himself
California Governor Gavin Newsom said that plans are still in the works for a debate with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, but he told Meet the Press moderator Chuck Todd that arrangements hit a snag over a “venue issue.”
Hungary has selected Annecy-winning title Four Souls of Coyote as its official entry for the International Oscar race this year.
A climate change protest during the semifinal match against Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova at the US Open on Thursday night (September 7) temporarily delayed the game.
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This is Day 129 of the WGA strike and Day 56 of the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Eighties singer Carol Decker has confirmed she is doing well as she shared a health update with her concerned fans on Friday after undergoing major surgery.The lead vocalist for band T'Pau, 65, revealed on 1 September that she is now 'in recovery', after taking a selfie in hospital showing herself smiling and doing a peace sign with her fingers.The China In Your Hand singer endured a three-hour long operation on her colon earlier this week after finding "something nasty growing up there". But the icon appeared to be in good spirits as she shared the positive news online and revealed that it was 'benign.' Looking thrilled with the 'all clear' news, Carol took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to update her fans and shared an insight into her recovery journey.
Fox News Media’s Stuart Varney and Dana Perino and Univision’s Ilia Calderón will moderate the next Republican presidential debate, set for Sept. 27 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, CA.
Rumours that Harry Styles is dating Taylor Russell are heating up.
George Clooney and his wife Amal arrive at the Venice, Italy airport together on Tuesday (August 29).
It looks like Harry Styles and Taylor Russell are still going strong!
Oliver Anthony, and I don’t approve this message. The man behind the No. 1 blue-collar anthem “Rich Men North of Richmond” shared his thoughts about his song being brought up in the Republican presidential debate on Wednesday.
The singer-songwriter responsible for the unexpected summer hit Rich Men North Of Richmond released a video statement on Friday that lamented the way that it has been “weaponized” by political figures, including the way that GOP candidates addressed it at Wednesday night’s presidential debate.
“Rich Men North of Richmond” singer Oliver Anthony is speaking out to clear up his political beliefs amid the the success of his song, which has been adopted as an anthem for conservatives in America.
Ethan Shanfeld Oliver Anthony, the country-folk singer behind this year’s most surprising No. 1 hit “Rich Men North of Richmond,” delivered a message to fans in a teary-eyed, 10-minute video posted to YouTube. In the video, Anthony addressed his viral song’s mention at Wednesday’s GOP debate.
Among the non-economic issues discussed by the eight candidates who appeared on stage Wednesday night for the first Republican Party 2024 presidential primary debate, abortion loomed larger than other topics including LGBTQ rights.
Reading & Leeds and environmental campaigners have spoken to NME about the festival’s fight against climate change – and what music fans can do to help.Returning this weekend, the twin-site festival will see headline performances from Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender, Imagine Dragons, Foals and The 1975 – with the likes of Loyle Carner, Central Cee, Wet Leg, Inhaler, Holly Humberstone, Arlo Parks, Rina Sawayama, Becky Hill and many more also appearing. Check out the full line-up and stage times here.Victoria Chapman, head of sustainability at R&L owners Live Nation, explained how the festivals were making practical efforts to stride towards their aim to a 50 per cent reduce in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, increasing renewable energy use and reducing single-use plastics – as well as spreading the green message among festival-goers.“We’re seeing the impact that artists can have at all levels of touring, and how they really inspire fans, the industry and each other towards positive change,” Chapman told NME.
Jumping the gun on Fox News’ GOP debate tonight, Donald Trump and Tucker Carlson made it clear to Rupert Murdoch that revenge is a dish best served online. Running like an incumbent with no desire to share the spotlight with Vice Presidents wannabes, Trump easily dominated the debate by never showing up.
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. The first debate consisting of Republicans competing for the 2024 presidential bid is finally here. This year’s primary Republican debate will take place tonight, Wednesday, Aug.
The first Republican debate of the 2024 presidential election primary cycle is Wednesday, August 23 beginning at 9 p.m. ET, airing live from Milwaukee, WI, exclusively on Fox News Channel and streaming on Fox Nation and Rumble.
Despite the Sussexes' dramatic exit from the royal family in 2020, which was followed by their relocation to the US, Harry and Meghan still retain their royal titles.