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White House says Trump wants diplomacy with Iran as US reportedly could be ready for military attack – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · Feb 18

Kaitlan Collins attacks Trump’s ‘smile’ comment: ‘I think a lot of women can identify with that moment’

CNN anchor points out it would have been inappropriate to look cheerful during the exchange because she was asking about justice for the survivors of sexual assault

The Independent UK · Feb 18

Colbert slams CBS statement, accuses Paramount of not standing up to "bullies"

"I'm just so surprised that this giant global corporation would not stand up to these bullies."

Axios · Feb 18

Colbert defies CBS over interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico

The network's lawyers told the show it couldn't air the interview, Colbert said.

Axios · Feb 17

‘The Big Bang Theory’ Star Kunal Nayyar’s GoFundMe Revelation Draws Shockingly Bleak Response

The Big Bang Theory alum Kunal Nayyar revealed he secretly pays strangers’ medical bills on GoFundMe, but his confession has sparked online criticism.

Bored Panda · Feb 17

Colbert on Kristi Noem: ‘Everyone can’t wait to tell a reporter how awful you are’

The late-night host discussed political scandal, Obama’s alien claims and Maha teaming up with Mike Tyson

The Guardian - US · Feb 17

Stephen Colbert Couldn't Air Major Interview Over That FCC Equal Time Push, And Did Not Stay Quiet

Colbert and CBS aren't playing so nice.

Cinemablend · Feb 17

Colbert accuses Trump administration of censorship after CBS pulls interview

Host claims lawyers barred him from discussing decision to drop Texas Democrat segment amid FCC rules scrutiny

The Guardian - US · Feb 17

Stephen Colbert blasts CBS for nixing James Talarico interview

The late-night host said the network feared running afoul of new FCC guidance directing shows to give equal airtime to political candidates.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 17

This decision is for ‘purely financial reasons’: Stephen Colbert says CBS blocked Texas lawmaker James Talarico's interview over FCC ‘equal time’ fears

Stephen Colbert revealed CBS lawyers prevented him from interviewing Texas Representative James Talarico, citing new FCC guidance on political airtime. Colbert criticized FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, suggesting the move aims to silence critics of Donald Trump. Despite network restrictions, Colbert vowed to still share the interview content online.

The Times of India · Feb 17