FOX NEWS FIRST: 'Caravan' encounters border crossing 'at capacity'; Backlash over WH Correspondents' Dinner

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Monday, April 30, 2018 Welcome to Fox News First. Not signed up yet? Click here. Developing now, Monday, April 30, 2018 The 'caravan' of asylum-seeking immigrants has reached the U.S.-Mexico border at San Diego and U.S. immigration officials said the border crossing was closed because it was filled to maximum capacity The White House Correspondents' Association distances itself from comedian Michelle Wolf after her controversial comedy routine at Saturday's White House Correspondents' dinner  An outsider candidate and a nasty campaign pose challenges to Republicans hoping that four upcoming primaries will yield top candidates capable of unseating vulnerable Senate Democrats in West Virginia and Indiana T-Mobile and Sprint agreed to merge in a $26.5 billion deal that, if allowed, would leave control the U.S. wireless industry in the hands of only three major companies Embattled Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson will not return as President Trump's personal physician after withdrawing his nomination to head the Department of Veterans Affairs THE LEAD STORY - SHOWDOWN AT THE BORDER: U.S. immigration officials said Sunday that the San Diego border crossing where hundreds of Central American immigrants intended to apply for asylum was closed due to high capacity -- but many of the asylum-seekers were preparing to wait overnight ... Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said earlier Sunday that the agency "reached capacity at the San Ysidro port of entry for CBP officers to be able to bring additional persons traveling without appropriate entry documentation into the port of entry for processing." Commissioner Kevin McAleenan told Fox News in a statement that immigrants "may need to wait in Mexico as CBP officers work to process those already within our facilities." Despite the announcement, about 50 people walked across a bridge and approached the port facility, but were not immediately accommodated by U.S. officials. Asylum-seeking immigrant 'caravan' poised to test Trump administration Migrant caravan: What you need to know about mass border crossing Rep. French Hill: How do we secure the border? Here's what I learned on my trip to Del Rio, Texas NO LAUGHING MATTER: The White House Correspondents' Association distanced itself late Sunday from comedian Michelle Wolf amid mounting criticism over a comedy routine at the annual correspondents dinner that some found vulgar and personal ...  "Last night's program was meant to offer a unifying message about our common commitment to a vigorous and free press while honoring civility, great reporting and scholarship winners, not to divide people," Margaret Taley, the WHCA president, said in a statement. "Unfortunately, the entertainer's monologue was not in the spirit of that mission."  Meanwhile, Wolf doubled down on her personal attacks on Sarah Sanders during the White House Correspondents' Dinner after several journalists came to the White House press secretary's defense. Several attendees at Saturday night's annual dinner in Washington, D.C., sat in silence as Wolf launched her attacks on President Trump and members of his administration. Her jokes drew laughs and gasps when she took a jab at Sanders, who was at the dinner as a representative of the Trump administration and sitting just feet away as Wolf commented on Sanders' appearance, criticized her job performance and even her Southern roots. Wolf's jokes fall flat at White House Correspondents' Dinner Trump rips White House Correspondents' Dinner as 'boring bust' Todd Starnes: Throw the Fake News Bums out, Mr. President! GLIMPSE AT GOP MIDTERM GAME PLAN: Republicans hope that four primaries in the coming weeks will yield the kind of top-tier candidates good enough to beat at least a couple vulnerable-but-seasoned Democratic incumbents and solidify the GOP's Senate majority. But outsider candidates and negative campaigns in two high-value targets -- Indiana and West Virginia -- threaten to foil GOP plans ... West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin has been a top GOP target since at least Nov. 2016, when Republican Donald Trump won the state with 68.7 percent of the vote. Still, the GOP's chances of defeating Manchin are being confounded by primary candidate Don Blankenship, a former coal mining executive released from prison less than a year ago. While Blankenship's bid is a long shot, he's testing whether a party led by an anti-establishment outsider can rein in its anti-establishment impulses.  Meanwhile, in Indiana, the grueling Republican Senate race has been dubbed the nation's nastiest primary. Two sitting congressmen and a former state lawmaker are battling to replace Democratic Sen. Joe Donnelly in November. They've tried to appeal to Trump voters by adopting the president's harsh immigration rhetoric and penchant for personal insults. The candidates have even channeled Trump by assigning derisive nicknames to one another: "Lyin'" Todd Rokita, "Tax Hike" Mike Braun and Luke "Missing" Messer. As the bitter campaign slogs on, some Republicans worry the primary winner could emerge so wounded it could risk the party's chances of taking down one of the Senate's most vulnerable Democrats. TUNE IN: Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum to moderate the West Virginia GOP Senate primary debate May 1 at 6:30 p.m. ET! WIRELESS MEGA-MERGER: T-Mobile US Inc. and Sprint Corp. agreed on Sunday to merge in an all-stock transaction, following on-again, off-again talks to combine the two companies ... Deutsche Telekom, which owns a majority stake in T-Mobile, will control 42% of the new company. SoftBank Group, which is the majority shareholder in Sprint, will control 27% of the company. The remaining 31% will be held by the public. Based on Friday's closing stock prices, T-Mobile has a market value of $55 billion, while Sprint's market value is $26 billion. The new company will be named T-Mobile, with current CEO John Legere remaining in charge, and will be headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, while a second headquarters will be located in Overland Park, Kansas – the current headquarters of Sprint. By combining, T-Mobile will become the nation's third-largest mobile carrier service, following Verizon Wireless and AT&T, which rank first and second, respectively. Apple, the fed and jobs will dominate the markets this week Marathon Petroleum to buy Andeavor for more than $20B, sources say THE DOCTOR IS OUT: Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson will not return as President Trump's personal physician after withdrawing his nomination to run the Department of Veterans Affairs ... It was not immediately clear whether Jackson would stay with the White House Medical Unit. He already had been replaced as Trump's personal physician when the president nominated him to lead the VA last month. Jackson had been dogged by allegations about his prescribing practices and leadership ability, including accusations of drunkenness on the job and he crashed a government vehicle at a Secret Service going-away party. The doctor denied all the allegations. Chad Pergram: Pruitt, Ronny Jackson, House Chaplain Conroy, Congress had their own 'Infinity War' Trump calls on Sen. Tester to resign over Ronny Jackson allegations   AS SEEN ON FOX NEWS WEEKEND A TALE OF TWO 'LIARS AND LEAKERS':  "Jim, you were part of an anti-Trump conspiracy, violating the fundamental rules of your own agency... Power, Jim, don't ever forget it - Power is rented - and you, my friend, have been evicted."  – Judge Jeanine Pirro, in her "Opening Statement" on "Justice with Judge Jeanine," calling out James Clapper, the former Director of National Intelligence, for allegedly lying about leaking the dossier on President Trump. WATCH THE 'REAL' REASON BEHIND COMEY'S BOOK: "He actually wrote the wrong book. This is really about how Hillary protected Huma Abedin, which allowed Anthony Weiner to continue with that laptop, which then had the emails."  –  Greg Gutfeld, on "The Greg Gutfeld Show," presenting his theory on why former FBI Director James Comey really wrote his tell-all book, "A Higher Loyalty." WATCH                                  TRENDING Double Kabul suicide bombings kill 21, including journalists. VA hospital launches inquiry after vet's dad posts photo of 'unsanitary' room: report. Owner of NYC bar that booted man in MAGA hat getting death threats.                                                                                         THE SWAMP White House mystery: Where is Macron's gifted oak tree? Pompeo says U.S.-Israel relations 'never been stronger,' in Middle East visit. Comey: GOP report on Trump campaign collusion 'wrecked' House intelligence panel.   ACROSS THE NATION Two bystanders shot, injured near St. Louis' Busch Stadium, gunman on loose. Strippers, strip club owners lobbying San Diego officials to lower permit fees. Nashville Predators honor hero in Waffle House shooting.   MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Treasury Secretary Mnuchin optimistic about improved trade, tariffs and the economy. Graham calls for special probe into DOJ corruption | House panel's report looks at ties between Russia, Clinton: Nunes Sainsbury's buys Walmart's Asda for $10B.   FOX NEWS OPINION Rep. Dave Brat: NAFTA-linked visas for Canada and Mexico need a closer look before Congress passes NAFTA 2.0. Paul Asay: What one word drives 'Avengers: Infinity War' and really much of the whole Marvel Cinematic Universe? Lauren DeBellis Appell: Even the anti-Trump media had some kind words for Melania Trump.   HOLLYWOOD SQUARED Kanye West posts tribute to Parkland student Emma Gonzalez who instead thanks Waffle House hero. 'Deadpool's' Ryan Reynolds posts hilarious congratulations to 'The Avengers.' 'Logan's Run,' 'Dam Busters' director Michael Anderson dead at 98.   DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS? Chick-fil-A employee surprised at work with $25G scholarship check. French museum discovers many fakes in its collection. World's oldest spider has died after wasp attack.   STAY TUNED On Fox News:  Fox & Friends, 6 a.m. ET: Guests include: Border Patrol reaction to the migrant caravan; Michelle Malkin weighs in on the White Housed Correspondents' Dinner; Rep. Kevin Brady talks next steps for tax reform; Rep. Louie Gohmert speaks out about the Mueller investigation. On Fox Business: Mornings with Maria, 6 a.m. ET: U.S. Treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin; Russell Read, Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation chief investment officer; Steve Goulart, MetLife, Inc. executive vice president and chief investment officer; Michael Burke, AECOM chairman and CEO.  Cavuto: Coast to Coast, Noon ET: Former Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez - tune in at 1:30 p.m. ET for the must-see interview. Countdown to the Closing Bell, 3 p.m. ET: Michael Osanloo, CEO of PF Chang's  After the Bell, 4 p.m. ET: Paul Babeu, former Pinal County, Ariz. sheriff. On Fox News Radio: The Fox News Rundown podcast: Bill Cosby's attorney says his legal fight is not over. Fox News' Rick Leventhal speaks with attorney Andell Brown about Cosby's retrial and conviction on sexual assault charges, what was different this time and what happens now. Plus, commentary by Rich Lowry, editor of the National Review.   Want the Fox News Rundown sent straight to your mobile device? Subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Stitcher. The Brian Kilmeade Show, 9 a.m. ET: New York Post columnist Michael Goodwin on why fired FBI Director James Comey's media tour shows why we are better off without him; Bret Baier and Michelle Malkin on Saturday's controversial White House Correspondents' Dinner; Sen. Lindsey Graham on the prospects of the denuclearization of North Korea, Jason Chaffetz on early midterm strategy; Jonah Goldberg on the top headlines of the day and his new book, "Suicide of the West."   #OnThisDay 1975: The Vietnam War ends as the South Vietnamese capital of Saigon falls to Communist forces. 1945:  Adolf Hitler commits suicide along with his wife of one day, Eva Braun, as Soviet troops approach his Berlin bunker. 1789: George Washington takes the oath of office in New York as the first president of the United States. Fox News First is compiled by Fox News' Bryan Robinson. Thank you for joining us! Enjoy your Monday! We'll see you in your inbox first thing Tuesday morning.

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FOX NEWS FIRST: Historic meeting between North and South Korean leaders; Comey denies memos release was a 'leak'

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Friday, April 27, 2018 Welcome to Fox News First. Not signed up yet? Click here. Developing now, Friday, April 27, 2018 North, South Korea agree on denuclearization of peninsula after historic meeting between Kim Jong Un and Moon Jae-in Fired FBI Director James Comey, in wide-ranging interview with Fox News' Bret Baier, denies his release of memos was a 'leak,' says DOJ watchdog asked about docs Bill Cosby's lawyers vow to aggressively appeal his conviction after a Pennsylvania jury found him guilty of drugging and sexually assaulting a woman Legendary NBC News anchor Tom Brokaw denies allegations that he made unwanted advances toward multiple women in the 1990s The FBI and Maine authorities offer a $20G reward in the killing of a sheriff's deputy as new photos of the suspect emerge THE LEAD STORY - HISTORY IN THE MAKING: North and South Korea on Friday agreed to work on achieving "a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula through complete denuclearization" ... It is not immediately clear what steps the countries will take to achieve the goal.The announcement came after an historic meeting between South Korean President Moon Jae-in and North Korea's Kim Jong Un. Historic North-South Korea summit sets the stage for even bigger Trump, Kim Jong Un summit Photos of Mike Pompeo meeting with Kim Jong Un released. Kim Jong Un's personal toilet reportedly not far behind during historic trip COMEY GRILLED ON 'LEAKS': Former FBI Director James Comey defended sharing his memos about conversations with President Trump with multiple people, while denying it was a "leak" in an interview with Fox News ... "That memo was unclassified then," Comey told anchor Bret Baier on "Special Report." "It's still unclassified. It's in my book. The FBI cleared that book before it could be published." Comey acknowledged giving the memos to at least three people, including his friend, Columbia University law professor Daniel Richman. He said he sent Richman a copy of the two-page unclassified memo and "asked him to get the substance of it out to the media." "I don't consider what I shared Mr. Richman a leak," Comey said.  In addition to Richman, Comey said he gave the memos to other members of his "legal team," including David Kelly and former U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald. He also claimed the memos were personal, not official. Comey also told Fox News that the Justice Department's Office of the Inspector General has interviewed him about his handling of the memos. Comey says he'd still be at FBI had Trump not fired him Trump blasts Comey as a 'leaker and a liar' and a criminal in 'Fox & Friends' interview COSBY'S LEGACY DESTROYED: Lawyers for Bill Cosby promised a strong appeal for the legendary comedian after he was found guilty Thursday of drugging and assaulting a woman, capping off the star's slow demise that began in 2014 when dozens of women began accusing the TV icon of sexual assault ... Cosby could get up to a total of 30 years in prison -- 10 years on each of the three counts. He is likely to get less than that under state sentencing guidelines. Cosby's lawyer, Tom Mesereau, told reporters outside the courthouse: "We don't think Mr. Cosby is guilty of anything and the fight is not over." When asked by reporters if the defense team plans to appeal the verdict, an annoyed Mesereau replied, "Yes, yes. Very strongly." Lauren DeBellis Appell: Cosby conviction sends a clear message: #Timesup on sexual assault Cosby's downfall traced to Hannibal Buress' 2014 jokes about him #TIMESUP FOR TOM?: Retired NBC News anchor Tom Brokaw allegedly made unwanted sexual advances against multiple women in the 1990s, a set of reports revealed Thursday, months after separate accusations took down longtime "Today" anchor Matt Lauer ... According to the Washington Post, Brokaw, now 78, made unwanted moves on Linda Vester, a former NBC correspondent and former Fox News anchor, twice during the 1990s, including a move to forcibly kiss Vester, who was in her 20s at the time. The report also detailed the claims of an anonymous woman who told the outlet Brokaw acted inappropriately toward her during her time as a production assistant in the 1990s. Brokaw was the anchor of "NBC Nightly News" at the time. He has denied all the accusations against him. Matt Lauer is 'embarrassed and ashamed' as wife moves forward with divorce, report says MAINE MANHUNT INTENSIFIES: The FBI and authorities in Maine said they're offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the man accused of killing a sheriff's deputy Wednesday morning ... The agency's Boston office tweeted the poster about the wanted individual, John D. Williams, and shared new photos of him, including some that show off a variety of tattoos on his arms and chest. Williams is "considered armed & dangerous," the poster says. The search continued Thursday for Williams, 29, who has been accused of fatally shooting Cpl. Eugene Cole early Wednesday morning on U.S. Route 2 in Norridgewock, about 30 miles north of Augusta, authorities said.   AS SEEN ON FOX NEWS KANYE EXPOSES THE LEFT:  "[Kanye] West has cracked open the door on the glaring hypocrisy of the left."  – Laura Ingraham, on "The Ingraham Angle," sounding off on the commotion Kanye West has stirred with his open support of conservative activist Candace Owens and President Trump. WATCH 'AMERICA'S DAD' NO MORE: "My heart is broken knowing what he did and knowing what so many [people] invested in that visual of what we thought was a really good man."  – Fox News political analyst Gianno Caldwell, on "Your World with Neil Cavuto," reflecting on Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction. WATCH                                  NFL DRAFT Cleveland Browns pick Baker Mayfield No. 1 as NFL Draft sees run on quarterbacks. NFL Draft: Why Pizza Hut is giving one rookie a year of free pizza. NFL Draft rookie contract scale: Here's how much each player will earn. TRENDING Ex-Clinton adviser censured after roadside rant to NJ police. Family suing American Airlines over death of 25-year-old woman. Pro-gun student sues school over dress code, claims it violates First Amendment rights. Beer in space? Cutting-edge project touts unique zero gravity brew.                                                                                 THE SWAMP Dem Sen. Menendez 'severely admonished' by Senate ethics committee, told to repay gifts. Pruitt admits knowing about controversial raise, despite past denial. Paul Ryan forces out House priest because he 'aligned with Democrats': report. ACROSS THE NATION Migrant 'caravan' gathers on US-Mexico border for final push. Deputies have 'no confidence' in Broward County Sheriff Israel following Parkland, Fla., massacre. Severed heads found in Texas, Louisiana may be part of the same case, police say. MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Economy started year slowly, but will likely pick up pace, market watchers say. Trump, Merkel to tackle steel tariffs as critical deadline looms. Amazon hikes Prime annual price to $119. Wells Fargo under fire for retirement plan practices: report. FOX NEWS OPINION Sen. Chuck Grassley: Sentencing reform bill will fight crime. Cutting federal prison terms would endanger communities and reward criminals. Marc Thiessen: Macron and Trump don't agree on much -- Yet Dems have a lot to learn from the French president. HOLLYWOOD SQUARED Kanye West rips John Legend for using 'tactic based on fear' to criticize rapper's Trump support. 'Avengers: Infinity War' on pace to be the highest-grossing movie of all time. Brad Pitt working on film about Harvey Weinstein despite history with him. DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS? Pic of teens' pre-prom prayer sparks anger. Could an 'insane' Russian nuclear torpedo cause 300-foot tidal waves? Sharks, crocodile spotted feasting on whale in 'rare' drone video. Museum shocked to discover giant egg in collection is real.   STAY TUNED On Fox News:  Fox & Friends, 6 a.m. ET: Guests include: Diamond & Silk; Kurt the "CyberGuy"; Pastor Darrell Scott; Counselor to President Trump Kellyanne Conway; Steve Hilton; Fox Business host Stuart Varney. On Fox Business: Mornings with Maria, 6 a.m. ET: Corey Lewandowski; U.S. Rep. Chris Collins, R-N.Y.; Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg, former Federal Minister of Defence under Merkel; Stephen Schwarzman, Blackstone chairman and CEO.  Varney & Co., 9 a.m. ET: U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La.; Marcus Lattimore, former NFL star; Stephen Sweeney, New Jersey state Senate president. Cavuto: Coast to Coast, Noon ET: John Lonski, Moody's chief economist; U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart, R-Utah. Risk & Reward, 5 p.m. ET: Karl Rove; Gordon Chang, author of "The Coming Collapse of China." On Fox News Radio: The Fox News Rundown podcast: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korean leader Moon Jae-in net for a historic summit at their shared border. Historian Gordon Chang weighs in on the talks and what the impact might be for a possible U.S. – North Korean summit. "Fox & Friends" co-host Ainsley Earhardt joins us to talk about her new memoir, "The Light Within Me." She explains how she found God and how her faith has played a major role in her life. Plus, commentary from "Fox News Sunday" host Chris Wallace. Want the Fox News Rundown sent straight to your mobile device? Subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Stitcher. The Brian Kilmeade Show, 9 a.m. ET: Geraldo Rivera and Michael Loftus on the Kanye-Trump alliance; Shannon Bream on Cosby's sex assault conviction, the latest from the U.S. Supreme Court and Comey's potential legal trouble; Bret Baier on his takeaway from his interview with James Comey. On Fox News Weekend:  Legends & Lies: The Civil War, Sunday, 8 p.m. ET: "Gettysburg: The High Water Mark" - The North turns back the South's invasion after a heroic bayonet charge led by Maine's Joshua Chamberlain -- and the doomed Confederate charge led by General George Pickett.   Life, Liberty & Levin, Sunday, 10 p.m. ET: Host Mark Levin sits down with author and academic, David Berlinski, a senior fellow of the Discovery Institute's Center for Science and Culture. They will explore the limits of science; discuss evolution and Berlinski's defense of religious thought.   #OnThisDay 1982: The trial of John W. Hinckley Jr., who shot four people, including President Ronald Reagan, begins in Washington, D.C. (The trial would end with Hinckley's acquittal by reason of insanity.) 1978: Convicted Watergate defendant John D. Ehrlichman is released from an Arizona prison after serving 18 months.   1968: Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey declares his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for president, less than a month after President Lyndon B. Johnson said he would not run for re-election.  Fox News First is compiled by Fox News' Bryan Robinson. Thank you for joining us! Enjoy your day and weekend! We'll see you in your inbox first thing Monday morning.

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FOX NEWS FIRST: Giuliani sizes up Mueller's 'open mind'; President Trump on 'Fox & Friends' Thursday at 8 a.m. ET

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Thursday, April 26, 2018 Welcome to Fox News First. Not signed up yet? Click here. Developing now, Thursday, April 26, 2018 President Trump's legal team reportedly wants to know whether Russia Special Counsel Robert Mueller has 'an open mind' as they negotiate a possible interview between the president and Mueller's team Trump joins 'Fox & Friends' for an exclusive interview Thursday at 8 a.m. ET Memos that fired FBI Director James Comey leaked to the media were more widely shared than previously believed, sources tell Fox News Fox News' Bret Baier will interview Comey on 'Special Report' Thursday at 6 p.m. ET Bill Clinton 'casually encouraged' Trump to run for president before the 2016 race to disrupt the GOP, according to a new book Dr. Ronny Jackson, Trump's pick to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs, reportedly faces more pressure from Republicans to withdraw his nomination amid new allegations of improper conduct THE LEAD STORY - TRUMP'S TEAM SIZES UP MUELLER: President Trump's revamped legal team wants to determine how much of an "open mind" Special Counsel Robert Mueller has about the Russia investigation as they negotiate a possible interview with Trump, according to a report ... "Does the special prosecutor really have an open mind?" former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani said to the Wall Street Journal. "We're trying to assess their good faith." Giuliani, who joined Trump's legal team last week, met with Mr. Mueller's team on Tuesday to discuss the possibility of an interview, sources told the Washington Post and the Wall Street Journal.  In a statement to Fox News, Giuliani said his objective "is to end this investigation and distraction from the critical issues facing our President as quickly as possible. The President has produced 1.2 million documents that is historically unprecedented. We believe it presents overwhelming proof that the President did not collude with regard to the 2016 election." TUNE IN: President Trump joins 'Fox & Friends' at 8 a.m. ET Thursday for an exclusive interview Giuliani takes over talks with Mueller Alan Dershowitz: Trump foes seek to take away his legal rights, endangering everyone WIDER COMEY LEAK: The James Comey memos that were leaked to the media and served as a catalyst for the appointment of Special Counsel Robert Mueller were more widely shared than previously known, three sources told Fox News ...  In addition to Columbia law professor Daniel Richman, who shared contents with the media, sources identified former U.S. Attorney and special counsel Patrick Fitzgerald as a likely recipient and did not rule out a third individual. The memos documenting Comey's private conversations with the president are now the subject of a Justice Department Inspector General review over the presence of classified information. Fitzgerald is a longtime friend of Comey's and now his lawyer, as first reported by Talking Points Memo. Fitzgerald did not respond to emails or a voicemail seeking comment. Richman worked as a "special government employee" (SGE) for Comey's FBI. TUNE IN: Bret Baier to interview Comey on 'Special Report' on Thursday at 6 p.m. ET DiGenova on Comey: 'The dirty cop is in deep trouble' Trump attorney Michael Cohen says he'll plead the Fifth in Stormy Daniels civil case WILL HILLARY BLAME BILL?: Former President Bill Clinton "casually encouraged" Donald Trump to run for president less than a year before the 2016 campaign began, according to one reporter's tell-all memoir detailing life as a journalist covering Hillary Clinton ... Amy Chozick, a New York Times reporter, released her new book, "Chasing Hillary: Ten Years, Two Presidential Campaigns, and One Intact Glass Ceiling" on Tuesday. It's filled with details of the drama inside the Clinton campaign during their frustrating battle against Trump. But one chapter appears to bolster past reports that Clinton's former president husband actually nudged Trump toward running in the first place. "Less than a year before the campaign started, Bill and Trump golfed together at Trump National. Bill casually encouraged Trump to run, thinking his candidacy would roil the Republican field," Chozick wrote. "For all his political foresight, Bill spent most of the primaries oblivious that this reality TV schmo could win the Republican nomination." Report: Hillary Clinton's email list, voter data, campaign software costing Democrats millions Hillary cursed about 'disgusting' Trump during debate prep, book claims TRUMP'S DOC UNDER PRESSURE: Embattled Veterans Affairs nominee Dr. Ronny Jackson is facing growing pressure from Republicans to withdraw his nomination amid mounting new allegations of improper conduct and questions about qualifications  ...  Democrats on Wednesday unleashed a string of new allegations against Jackson, including that he crashed a government car while drunk. Based on conversations with 23 of Jackson's colleagues and former colleagues, a review by Democrats says Jackson was nicknamed "Candyman" by White House staff because he would provide prescriptions without paperwork. Jackson has denied the accusations. However, some Senate Republicans told the Hill they hope Jackson withdraws his nomination to avoid a messy Senate confirmation fight. In addition, some Republicans have questions about the White House physician's managerial experience. Dr. Ronny Jackson: What you should know   AS SEEN ON FOX NEWS 'TYRANNY OF THE JUDICIARY': "The very idea that one unelected district court judge could have this type of power should outrage any American." – Laura Ingraham, on "The Ingraham Angle," outlining how several judges have "abused power" by overturning policies otherwise deemed constitutional. WATCH THE JOY OF LYING: "There's not a single fashionable opinion Joy Reid doesn't have or isn't happy to denounce you for not having. But, she wasn't always that way." – Tucker Carlson, on "Tucker Carlson Tonight," ripping MSNBC host Joy Reid for claiming some of her years-old blog entries rife with homophobic references, questions about whether ideological opponents were gay, and opposition to gay marriage were a product of Russian hackers. WATCH   KANYE VERSUS THE LEFT Kanye tweets right -- What happens when a hip hop icon takes the red pill and dares to challenge liberals? Chance the Rapper on Trump-Kanye friendship: 'Black people don't have to be democrats.' Kanye West goes on wild Twitter rant, praises Trump and abruptly fires manager. Candace Owens on Kanye praise: The left 'will not allow him to think differently.'   THE SWAMP Trump's travel ban sees support from Supreme Court's conservative majority. Apple CEO Tim Cook meets Trump at White House amid trade conflict with China. Steve Wynn, Sheldon Adelson are GOP midterm fundraising no-shows for now. GOP congressional baseball team holds first practice since Scalise shooting.   ACROSS THE NATION Suspected Golden State serial killer nabbed after book renews interest in case. 'Adversaries' jamming Air Force gunships in Syria, Special Ops general says. NFL players slam owners in heated meeting for leaving Colin Kaepernick 'hung out to dry,' report says.   MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Ford to drop slow-selling sedans from lineup by 2020. Chipotle shares rise as higher prices boost earnings. Facebook advertising, user base strong after data breach scandal. Retirees will likely be disappointed with their Social Security check. Here's why.   FOX NEWS OPINION Judge Andrew Napolitano: How did Trump get authorization to bomb Syria? Greg Gutfeld: Opioids -- Facts and fallacies. Newt Gingrich: Trump and Macron are two leading reformers trying to drain the swamp.   HOLLYWOOD SQUARED Patton Oswalt shares pride for late wife for her role in the capture of suspected Golden State Killer. Chelsea Clinton slams NY Times reporter over book details on former first daughter's hair. Blake Shelton tweets about 'karma' after reports ex Miranda Lambert is dating a married man.   DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS? Judge rules New York City bar can refuse service to Trump supporter wearing 'Make America Great Again' hat. Incredible Revolutionary War journal surfaces, detailing POW's escape from British prison ship. Rare Roman discovery thrills experts: Emperor's marble head found at Egyptian temple site.   STAY TUNED On Fox News:  Fox & Friends, 6 a.m. ET: President Donald Trump joins 'Fox & Friends' for an exclusive interview at 8 a.m. ET! Plus, in the next edition of "In the FoxLight," Adam Sandler and Chris Rock discuss their new movie, 'The Week Of.' Other expected guests include: Diamond and Silk, Rep. Jim Jordan, and Sen. John Cornyn. Special Report, 6 p.m. ET: Don't miss Bret Baier's must-see interview with former FBI Director James Comey! On Fox Business: Mornings with Maria, 6 a.m. ET: James Freeman, the Wall Street Journal; Pete Hegseth; Sharon Miller, head of small business at Bank of America; Rep. John Garamendi; Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers. Varney & Co., 9 a.m. ET: Rep. Louie Gohmert; Rep. Tom McClintock; Jonathan Golub, Credit Suisse chief U.S. equity strategist; Marcus Ruiz Evans, Yescalifornia.org president. Cavuto: Coast to Coast, Noon ET: David Tafuri, former State Department official under President Obama. On Fox News Radio: The Fox News Rundown podcast: President Trump's revised travel ban was argued before the Supreme Court Wednesday. Fox News' Jared Halpern shares what happened inside the courtroom. Jury deliberations are underway for the sex assault retrial of legendary comedian Bill Cosby. Fox News field producer, Tamara Gitt, has been in the courtroom for both trials and discusses the facts of the case. Plus, commentary from Judge Andrew Napolitano. Want the Fox News Rundown sent straight to your mobile device? Subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Stitcher. The Brian Kilmeade Show, 9 a.m. ET: Why Trump appointments have lagged behind those of other presidents will be a major topic throughout the show. Corey Lewandowski on James Comey's book tour and the problem with his leaks; Sen. Bill Cassidy on the Supreme Court arguments on Trump's travel ban; Maria Bartiromo on Facebook's earnings and the Trump economy; RealClearPolitics' A.B. Stoddard on early signs of the November midterm elections; Chris Wallace on the takeaway from French President Macron's U.S. visit and the debate over the Iran nuke deal. The Tom Shillue Show, 3 p.m. ET: Former Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski and Fox News contributor Katie Pavlich sit down with Tom to discuss the most important stories and hot topics of the day!   #OnThisDay 1994: Voting begins in South Africa's first all-race elections, resulting in victory for the African National Congress and the inauguration of Nelson Mandela as president 1977: The legendary nightclub Studio 54 has its opening night in New York City. 1865: John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln, is surrounded by federal troops and killed near Port Royal, Va. Fox News First is compiled by Fox News' Bryan Robinson. Thank you for joining us! Enjoy your day! We'll see you in your inbox first thing Friday morning.

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FOX NEWS FIRST: Trump suffers another court setback with DACA; Comey's leak accomplice was a former employee

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Wednesday, April 25, 2018 Welcome to Fox News First. Not signed up yet? Click here. Developing now, Wednesday, April 25, 2018 President Trump's attempt to end DACA suffered a court setback, with a judge giving the White House 90 days to justify its rollback of the Obama-era program James Comey's contact at Columbia University, who was used to leak sensitive info to the media, once worked as a 'special government employee' for the FBI, Fox News confirms The Fresno State professor who bashed Barbara Bush after the former first lady's death will not be disciplined, the university's president announced Dr. Ronny Jackson, Trump's embattled pick for Veterans Affairs secretary, faces a tough confirmation fight – even though Obama repeatedly praised his work Billions in U.S. taxpayer dollars earmarked for Afghanistan rebuilding efforts may have been lost because of mishandling by the World Bank, a watchdog says THE LEAD STORY - ANOTHER DACA DEFEAT FOR TRUMP: A George W. Bush-appointed federal judge on Tuesday ruled that President Trump's decision to rescind the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA, "was unlawful and must be set aside" ... "DACA's rescission was arbitrary and capricious because the Department failed adequately to explain its conclusion that the program was unlawful," U.S. District Court Judge John Bates wrote. Bates, the third federal judge and the first Republican appointee to rule against Trump administration attempts to kill DACA, wrote in his opinion that the Department of Homeland Security has 90 days to provide him with a more compelling reason for rolling back the Obama-era program, otherwise he could order its restoration. "Neither the meager legal reasoning nor the assessment of litigation risk provided by DHS to support its rescission decision is sufficient to sustain termination of the DACA program," he wrote. DACA 101: What you should know 'Angel Mom': DACA program is 'wrought with fraud' COMEY'S LEAK ACCOMPLICE WAS A FORMER EMPLOYEE: The Columbia University law professor James Comey used as a go-between last year to leak the contents of sensitive memos to the media confirmed to Fox News on Tuesday that he previously worked as a "special government employee" (SGE) for Comey's FBI on an unpaid basis ... The professor, Daniel Richman, confirmed the special status in response to an inquiry from Fox News, while referring other questions, including on the scope of his work, to the FBI.  "I did indeed have SGE status with the Bureau (for no pay)," Richman wrote in an email. Richman emerged last year as the former FBI director's contact for leaking memos documenting his private discussions with President Trump – memos that are now the subject of an inspector general review over the presence of classified material. Sources familiar with Richman's status at the FBI told Fox News that he was assigned to "special projects" by Comey, and had a security clearance as well as badge access to the building. TUNE IN: Bret Baier to interview Comey on 'Special Report' on Thursday, April 26, 6 p.m. ET Kimberley Strassel: Here's what someone ought to be asking Comey GETTING OFF SCOT-FREE: A Fresno State professor who celebrated the death of Barbara Bush in a profanity-laced rant on Twitter, will not be disciplined, the university's president said in a statement late Tuesday ... In a note to the "campus community," Joseph Castro said that English instructor Randa Jarrar's comments about the late first lady were "insensitive, inappropriate and an embarrassment to the university," but "are protected free speech under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution." Castro added that Jarrar would remain on leave through the spring semester, "which she had previously requested before this incident." Petition to fire Fresno State professor attracts 10,000 signatures Professor who tweeted anti-Barbara Bush comment applauded at arts festival NOMINATION ON LIFE SUPPORT?: Embattled Veterans Affairs nominee Dr. Ronny Jackson showed no signs of withdrawing his nomination as more details of accusations against him emerged, ranging from repeated drunkenness to a toxic work environment as he served as a top White House physician ...  Jackson fought to convince lawmakers of his leadership abilities as President Trump told reporters he would always stand by Jackson. While Trump said it would be Jackson's choice on whether to withdraw his nomination, he added, "I really don't think personally he should [seek the position]." The president suggested he did not want Jackson, who has served as a White House physician since 2006, to go through such an "ugly" and "disgusting" process and said he told him: "What do you need it for?" The comments come after The New York Times and others reported that Jackson has been accused of overseeing a hostile work environment as White House physician, drinking on the job and allowing the overprescription of drugs. Meanwhile, documents obtained by Fox News show that former President Obama sent years of positive reports about Jackson's work as White House physician.  Ronny Jackson: What you should know Marc Thiessen: The VA desperately needs a combat medic, not a management guru POTENTIAL SCANDAL SURROUNDS DONOR MONEY FOR AFGHANISTAN: Billions of dollars in donor contributions — including $3 billion from the U.S. — to a trust fund created for the reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan may be lost because of mishandling by the World Bank, a new watchdog report claims ... The most recent audit report from the Special Inspector General of Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR), obtained by Fox News, looks at the Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund (ARTF), an international fund created in 2002 and maintained by the World Bank, finds that the ARTF has experienced "continued limitations" and that a lack of transparency in the monitoring and accounting has put billions of dollars at risk of vanishing — despite steps taken in 2011 to improve the accountability systems in place.   AS SEEN ON FOX NEWS PRO-GUN PARKLAND SURVIVOR INTERROGATED: "It's still America, last time I checked." – Kyle Kashuv, on "Tucker Carlson Tonight," recalling how he was called in for questioning by school officials for taking a trip to a gun range with his father. WATCH THE TALE OF THE TEXTS: "We believe [they] will be very enlightening." – Rep. Mark Meadows, on "Hannity," saying he is working with Reps. Trey Gowdy and Bob Goodlatte to get three to six months of messages between allegedly anti-Trump FBI lovebirds Peter Strzok and Lisa Page. WATCH   COUNTDOWN TO THE MIDTERMS Republican Debbie Lesko wins Arizona House special election. GOP keeps NY Senate control after Democrat Simcha Felder pledges support. Fox News Poll: Three top-tier candidates in West Virginia GOP Senate primary. GOP-linked PAC pours money into West Virginia Senate race, to sink a Republican candidate. THE SWAMP Trump, Macron honor 'joint history' between US, France at White House state dinner. Video shows ex-Clinton aide in profanity-laced confrontation with cops. NRA breaks 15-year fundraising record, according to filings. ACROSS THE NATION 'Calexit' gets go-ahead to start collecting signatures. Waffle House shooting suspect faces new additional warrants, police say. Suspected gunman in custody after two Dallas police officers shot, critically wounded, department says. MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Amazon founder Bezos' $65 million jet seen at airports near potential second headquarter sites. Dow plummets 425 points as interest rates surge. Vineyard Vines says it's thriving in era of struggling retail GM earnings under pressure as sales cool off | Ford earnings to offer glimpse at cost cuts FOX NEWS OPINION YJ Fischer: Trump opposition to Iran deal may kill chances for a North Korea nuke deal. Laura Dowling: The hidden symbols of a state dinner. Paul J. Larkin Jr.: On marijuana, let the Food and Drug Administration make the decisions. HOLLYWOOD SQUARED 'Schoolhouse Rock' musical director Bob Dorough dies at 94. 'Smallville' star Allison Mack rants about alleged cult in newly resurfaced YouTube video. Snoop Dogg says Trump ignored black Waffle House victims because shooter was white. DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS? Melania Trump's hat draws Beyoncé, Olivia Pope comparisons. Wildlife photographer captures osprey carrying shark, carrying fish in 'one-in-a-trillion photograph.' Mysterious shipwreck discovered in Great Lakes believed to be nearly 200 years old.   STAY TUNED On Fox News:  Fox & Friends, 6 a.m. ET: A closer look at how President Trump's deal-making skills are paying dividends ahead of his anticipated summit with Kim Jong Un; Dr. Ian Smith reveals the secret to losing 10 pounds in 20 days; auto expert Mike Caudill reveals America's favorite energy efficient cars. Tucker Carlson Tonight, 8 p.m. ET: Don't miss the next installment of Tucker's "Is College Worth It?" series! On Fox Business: Mornings with Maria, 6 a.m. ET: David Stockman, former budget director under President Reagan; Rep. Andy Barr; Mark Lehmann, JMP Securities president; Sean Spicer, former White House press secretary. Varney & Co., 9 a.m. ET: Bob Wright, former vice chairman of GE; Jim Rogers, Rogers Holding chairman; Kayleigh McEnany, RNC spokesperson; Kristin Gaspar: San Diego County supervisor and congressional candidate. Cavuto: Coast to Coast, Noon ET: Sen. Mike Rounds; Rep. Diane Black; Andy Puzder, former CEO of CKE Restaurants. The Intelligence Report, 2 p.m. ET: Rep. Dana Rohrabacher; Gen. Jack Keane, Fox News senior strategic analyst; Greg Ip, chief economics commentator for the Wall Street Journal; Mark Luschini, chief investment strategist at Janney Montgomery Scott On Fox News Radio: The Fox News Rundown podcast: President Trump hosted his first official state dinner for French President Emmanuel Macron. Among the pomp and circumstance, the two leaders exchanged views over the May 12 Iran nuclear deal deadline. Rep. Ron DeSantis and former State Department spokeswoman Marie Harf discuss the pros and cons of withdrawing from the agreement. Wells Fargo met with angry shareholders at their annual meeting in Des Moines, Iowa. Fox News' Jessica Rosenthal digs into the company's scandals with shareholder Charles Elson, and the whistleblower Matthew Valles. Plus, commentary by Harry Kazianis, director of defense studies at the Center for the National Interest. Want the Fox News Rundown sent straight to your mobile device? Subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Stitcher. The Brian Kilmeade Show, 9 a.m. ET: Monica Crowley guest-hosts; Sen. Rand Paul on his initial concerns about Mike Pompeo as the prospective secretary of state, the legal battle over DACA and more; Ian Bremmer on how Trump's opposition to the Iran deal could impact the president's looming summit with Kim Jong Un; Jonah Goldberg on the hot topics of the day. #OnThisDay 2002: Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes of the Grammy-winning trio TLC dies in an SUV crash in Honduras at age 30. 1898: The U.S. Congress declares war on Spain following the February sinking of the USS Maine; the 10-week conflict would result in an American victory. 1507: A world map produced by German cartographer Martin Waldseemueller contains the first recorded use of the term "America," in honor of Italian navigator Amerigo Vespucci. Fox News First is compiled by Fox News' Bryan Robinson. Thank you for joining us! Enjoy your day! We'll see you in your inbox first thing Thursday morning.

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