Media News Daily: Top Stories for 10/06/2025

Trump Criticizes Fox News for Airing Interview with Sen. Mark Kelly

President Donald Trump slammed Fox News and correspondent Peter Doocy for airing a one-on-one interview with Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) on the government shutdown. Trump objected to Kelly’s statements blaming Republicans and warning of severe consequences for healthcare access, criticizing Fox for allowing him to speak “unabated or challenged.” Trump further accused Fox News of skewing polls and not supporting Republican narratives, stating, “Fox should either get on board, or get off board.” (Read More) (Washington Examiner Rating)

FBI Director Kash Patel Denounces MSNBC Over Comey Arrest Report

FBI Director Kash Patel attacked MSNBC for reporting that an agent was fired for refusing to “perp walk” former FBI Director James Comey after his indictment. MSNBC legal analyst Barb McQuade claimed DOJ policy bars such public displays, citing a 2011 directive. Patel responded by calling MSNBC an “ass clown factory of disinformation” and pointed to previous high-profile arrests of conservatives. Though Patel did not deny disciplinary action, he emphasized protocol must be followed. Legal precedent includes a 2000 ruling that staged perp walks violate the Fourth Amendment. (Read More) (Ground News Rating)

Paramount Skydance Acquires The Free Press, Names Bari Weiss Editor-in-Chief of CBS News

Paramount Skydance has acquired digital publication The Free Press for $150 million and appointed its co-founder Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief of CBS News. Launched in 2021 by Weiss after her departure from The New York Times, The Free Press boasts 1.5 million subscribers, including 170,000 paid. Weiss will oversee CBS News editorial direction and innovation across platforms. The acquisition is part of a broader strategy following the Paramount-Skydance merger in August. (Read More) (CNBC Rating)