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Orcas Flip Great Whites Sharks, Tear Out Livers in Brutal New Nature Video
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Orcas Flip Great Whites Sharks, Tear Out Livers in Brutal New Nature Video

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Scientists have released new footage showing orcas hunting and feeding on great white sharks in Mexican waters, marking the first recorded instance of such behavior outside South Africa.

The findings, published Monday in Frontiers in Marine Science, document two separate encounters in the Gulf of California where pods of killer whales were observed attacking juvenile great whites.

Marine biologist and documentarian Erick Higuera-Rivas, who captured the footage from a nearby vessel, said the recordings were taken during two separate expeditions — one in 2020 and another in 2022.

The videos show orcas targeting the sharks’ livers, a highly fatty organ that makes up about one-fourth of a great white’s body mass and provides significant energy.

Researchers detailed how the orcas flipped the young sharks upside down to immobilize them — a behavior known as “tonic immobility” — before slicing them open and removing their livers.

In one of the videos, every member of the pod took turns sharing the liver as the shark’s body drifted toward the ocean floor.

A sea lion can also be seen in the footage approaching the feeding orcas, appearing to look for leftovers.

The whales responded by blowing a stream of bubbles, which scientists believe was an attempt to deter the sea lion from approaching.

Higuera-Rivas said he realized the significance of his recording only after reviewing the footage.

“I saw in the monitor that the shark had the liver hanging out on the side, already popped off. And a few minutes later, they came up with the liver in their mouth,” he told NBC News.

“I was surprised that it could be a great white. I was not believing it.”

Until now, most documented cases of orcas hunting great white sharks have come from South Africa, where the phenomenon has been observed for years.

Carcasses of great whites have frequently washed ashore in the region, often missing their livers — a telltale sign of orca predation.

The new research expands the known range of this behavior and suggests that orcas may be developing similar hunting strategies across different regions.

“A great white shark’s liver is very fatty and nutritious, and it provides a lot of energy,” said Francesca Pancaldi, a marine scientist with the Instituto Politécnico Nacional Centro Interdisciplinario de Ciencias Marinas and a co-author of the study.

The Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortez, is one of the world’s most biologically diverse marine ecosystems.

Researchers have long documented orca populations in the area, but until these recent sightings, there had been no verified evidence that they targeted great white sharks as prey.

The study’s authors say the findings could provide new insight into how orcas adapt their feeding behaviors to different environments and available food sources.

The researchers believe that orcas’ ability to selectively hunt for high-energy organs like livers demonstrates advanced coordination and intelligence within their pods.

The footage captured by Higuera-Rivas and his team will be used for further study on predator-prey interactions between large marine species in the region.

Scientists plan to continue monitoring orca behavior in the Gulf of California to determine whether these hunts are becoming a recurring event or remain isolated incidents.

Whoopi Goldberg Can’t Keep It Together, Rips Up Co-Host’s Note Mid-Broadcast
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Whoopi Goldberg Can’t Keep It Together, Rips Up Co-Host’s Note Mid-Broadcast

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Tension flared on ABC’s “The View” on Monday when co-host Whoopi Goldberg ripped up a note passed to her by fellow co-host Sunny Hostin during a live discussion about President Donald Trump’s recent “60 Minutes” interview.

The moment unfolded after Goldberg made a joke referencing an autopen — a mechanical device used for signing documents — in relation to a presidential pardon.

The segment began with a discussion about President Trump’s pardon of Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the founder of Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges.

Zhao, who had been convicted of violating U.S. anti-money-laundering laws, received a pardon earlier this month.

Hostin criticized the pardon and raised questions about the president’s comments during the “60 Minutes” interview, in which Trump said he was unaware of the details surrounding Zhao’s case.

“The Trump family has made about $1.8 billion, profited off of this government and he said that Joe Biden didn’t know who he was pardoning using an autopen. How come you don’t know who this guy is?” Hostin asked.

Goldberg responded jokingly, saying, “Because he used an autopen.”

Later in the broadcast, Hostin wrote a note and passed it to Goldberg, apparently asking her to clarify the comment.

Goldberg looked at the note before addressing the audience directly. “What the hell? What?” she said, holding up the card.

“We don’t know if Trump used an autopen to pardon, it was a joke!”

Goldberg proceeded to tear up the note on camera as the studio audience reacted.

Hostin repeated that the show did not know whether President Trump had used an autopen for the pardon, and Goldberg appeared visibly frustrated by the need for clarification.

“I’m sorry. The hardest thing about this job now is no one understands nuance,” Goldberg said.

“You know when you hear a joke, when somebody is fooling around, when they’re not saying something specific. Especially on this show. I’m very specific when I’m pointing stuff out. When I’m making jokes, you know when I’m making jokes. This is ridiculous.”

The audience applauded as Goldberg continued her remarks, shifting the discussion to immigration policy under the Trump administration.

“One thing that really upsets me about all of this is that when people do it legally, everybody b—-ed and moaned and said ‘they are not doing it legally,’ so people are showing up when they’re supposed to be showing up at court, and you’re scooping them up for immigrant checks,” Goldberg said.

She went on to criticize the administration’s enforcement actions.

“And this is how you treat them. So how should we believe anything you’re saying when we saw how folks in Chicago were treated over the weekend? We saw that. We see what’s going on. We see what happens when children are in court by themselves. Come on now, you know exactly what you’re doing, and you seem to be having a good time while you’re doing it.”

Bill Maher Says Democrats Pulled ‘Bait-and-Switch’ for Their Shutdown Narrative
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Bill Maher Says Democrats Pulled ‘Bait-and-Switch’ for Their Shutdown Narrative

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On Friday’s episode of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher, host Bill Maher said the ongoing government shutdown is tied to Affordable Care Act subsidies that Democrats originally justified as temporary COVID-era measures but have since made permanent.

Maher’s comments came during a discussion with “The Fifth Column” podcast co-host Michael Moynihan, who explained that the dispute in Washington centers on federal subsidies expanded during the pandemic.

Moynihan noted that the extra funding, initially approved under emergency authority, has now been renewed and written into ongoing budget negotiations.

“We’re talking about these subsidies, that were COVID-era subsidies that were renewed. And the entire shutdown is based on these subsidies,” Moynihan said.

Maher agreed, describing the policy extension as misleading.

“That is what the shutdown is based on. For people who don’t know, let me just say, during COVID, they upped the subsidies. And then, it is a bit of a bait-and-switch, I’ll give you, that’s true on that one,” Maher said.

He went on to argue that Democrats have not been transparent about the policy’s permanence.

“You can’t say — it’s not quite kosher to say, we’re just doing this for the COVID emergency, and then when the emergency’s over, say, oh, no, it’s forever. At least be honest about it,” Maher added.

The discussion highlighted one of the key disputes behind the federal budget stalemate that has led to a prolonged shutdown.

Lawmakers remain divided over whether to continue the higher subsidy levels created under the 2021 American Rescue Plan.

Those subsidies expanded eligibility for federal assistance through the Affordable Care Act, reducing health insurance costs for millions of Americans during the pandemic.

Republican lawmakers have argued that the emergency measures were never intended to be permanent and have pressed for a return to pre-pandemic funding levels.

Democrats, meanwhile, have insisted that the extended subsidies help keep health care affordable for middle-class families and should remain in place as part of the broader federal budget.

The standoff has continued for weeks, with both sides refusing to compromise on the issue. While Maher is often critical of both parties, his remarks Friday echoed a growing sentiment that pandemic-era programs have extended beyond their original intent.

The dispute over the subsidies has become one of several sticking points in the funding negotiations, which have affected multiple federal agencies and programs since the shutdown began.

As Congress faces mounting pressure to reach a resolution, the debate over how long COVID-related spending should continue remains central to broader discussions about fiscal policy and government priorities.

Maher’s acknowledgment of the “bait-and-switch” claim drew attention online over the weekend, with clips of the exchange circulating widely on social media.

Viewers pointed to the rare moment of agreement between the liberal talk show host and critics of Democratic spending policies.

While negotiations in Washington remain at a standstill, the shutdown has prompted renewed debate over how emergency funding should be phased out and whether post-pandemic budgets should reflect pre-pandemic norms.

For now, the disagreement over the Affordable Care Act subsidies continues to block a spending deal and prolong the government shutdown.

Rosie O’Donnell Speaks Out After Daughter’s Prison Sentence in Wisconsin: ‘Prayers Welcomed’
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Rosie O’Donnell Speaks Out After Daughter’s Prison Sentence in Wisconsin: ‘Prayers Welcomed’

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Rosie O’Donnell’s daughter, Chelsea O’Donnell, has been sentenced to prison in Wisconsin after violating the terms of her probation, according to court documents obtained by Us Weekly.

As reported by The Gateway Pundit, the judge in Marinette County ruled last week that the 28-year-old had breached the conditions of her probation due to sexual assault allegations and for failing to show progress in her court-ordered drug treatment program.

“The facts surrounding this request have been staffed with the Marinette County Treatment Drug Court Team and have been deemed sufficient grounds to warrant termination from the Marinette County Treatment Drug Court Program,” the court filing stated.

Chelsea O’Donnell will serve her sentence at Taycheedah Correctional Institution, a medium-security women’s prison located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Officials have not disclosed how long she will remain incarcerated.

Her mother, actress Rosie O’Donnell, posted on Instagram following the ruling, asking her followers to pray for her daughter. “My child chelsea belle – before addiction took over her life – i loved her then i love her now as she faces a scary future – prayers welcomed,” she wrote.

In a statement to Us Weekly, O’Donnell added that her daughter was “born into addiction” and described the situation as “a painful journey for her and her children.” The actress continued, “We continue to love and support her through these horrible times.”

Court records show that Chelsea’s probation violations were tied to her participation in a county treatment program, which was intended to provide rehabilitation options instead of incarceration. However, the court determined that she had failed to comply with program requirements and subsequently ordered her removal and imprisonment.

Rosie O’Donnell, a longtime Hollywood figure known for her outspoken political views and highly publicized feud with President Donald Trump, has kept a relatively low profile in the United States this year. In March, she revealed that she had relocated to Ireland with her 12-year-old transgender child, stating that she would not return to the U.S. until she felt it was “safe” to do so.

“I was never someone who thought I would move to another country,” O’Donnell said at the time. “That’s what I decided would be the best for myself and my 12-year-old child. And here we are.”

She added, “I miss many things about life there at home and I’m trying to find a home here in this beautiful country, and when it is safe for all citizens to have equal rights there in America, that’s when we will consider coming back.”

The sentencing marks another difficult chapter for the O’Donnell family, which has faced years of public scrutiny and personal challenges.

Jamie Lee Curtis Calls Sydney Sweeney’s Sexy Look ‘Perfect’ at Variety Event
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Jamie Lee Curtis Calls Sydney Sweeney’s Sexy Look ‘Perfect’ at Variety Event

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Actress Jamie Lee Curtis had an unexpected reaction on Wednesday when she spotted Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney at Variety’s 2025 Power of Women event in Los Angeles, as reported by The New York Post.

Curtis, 66, was walking the red carpet when she noticed Sweeney, 28, wearing a form-fitting, crystal-covered gown by Christian Cowan x Elias Matso. The design, which Sweeney wore without a bra, immediately caught Curtis’s attention.

In a video shared by Entertainment Tonight, Curtis pointed to Sweeney in admiration before greeting her with a hug.

Curtis, who earned the nickname “The Body” early in her career for films like Trading Places and Perfect, had addressed that label in a 2010 CBS interview. “No, no. I don’t think anyone likes to be known for something that’s exterior,” Curtis said at the time.

“I don’t think any woman wants to be known for being beautiful or busty. I think you want to be known for who you are.”

Sweeney was one of the honorees at Variety’s Power of Women gala, recognized as a cover star for the publication. Speaking ahead of the event, she reflected on her early experiences in Hollywood and the criticism she received about her appearance.

“I had someone tell me to fix my face or else I’m not going to make it. I should get Botox. I was 16,” Sweeney told Variety. “Or I’m in a casting and I’m reading my scene and the casting director is eating a bag of chips, and I’m like, ‘You’re not paying attention at all.’”

The Emmy-nominated actress said she has never had cosmetic procedures, explaining, “I’ve never gotten anything done. I’m absolutely terrified of needles. No tattoos. Nothing. I’m going to age gracefully.”

In online discussions, some social media users compared older and newer photos of Sweeney, claiming she had altered her appearance.

The actress dismissed those comments, saying, “It’s really funny. I’m like, ‘I’m 12 in that photo. Of course, I’m going to look different. I have makeup on now and I’m 15 years older.’”

Sweeney also told The Wall Street Journal in August that she occasionally monitors online chatter about herself. “I think it’s important to have a finger on the pulse of what people are saying, because everything is a conversation with the audience,” she said.

In June, Sweeney faced backlash for her partnership with Dr. Squatch after launching a limited-edition soap line advertised as being made from her “bathwater.” She later explained to E! News that the concept was meant as a playful promotion she had personally pitched.

The actress also made headlines in July for her American Eagle campaign, “Sydney Sweeney has great jeans.” Some critics misinterpreted the ad’s wordplay as promoting “great genes,” prompting the company to clarify the slogan’s intent.

“ ‘Sydney Sweeney has great jeans’ is and always was about the jeans,” American Eagle said in a statement.

Sweeney, who is currently filming the third and final season of Euphoria, told People she was thrilled to join the brand. “When they were like, ‘We want it to be a denim campaign,’ I was through the roof,” she said.

Whoopi Goldberg Stuns ‘The View’ Audience Announcing Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Upcoming Appearance
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Whoopi Goldberg Stuns ‘The View’ Audience Announcing Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Upcoming Appearance

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ABC’s The View surprised its studio audience on Wednesday when co-host Whoopi Goldberg announced that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) will appear on the show next week, as reported by The New York Post.

Goldberg revealed the news live on air, noting that Greene — a close ally of President Donald Trump — is scheduled to join the panel on Tuesday. The announcement drew an audible gasp from someone in the audience, followed by applause.

“People in Washington are starting to say ‘my constituents,’” Goldberg said during the segment. “You know, they’re starting to remember why they’re there. Marjorie Taylor Greene — I’m happy to say that she’s going to be here on Tuesday.”

Co-host Joy Behar chimed in, pointing out that Greene’s appearance “happens to be on Election Day.” Goldberg added that while she and Greene may not see eye to eye on many issues, they share at least one concern about the ongoing government shutdown, which entered its 31st day this week.

“I don’t know how many things we agree on,” Goldberg said, “but I know the one thing that she and I and all of us at this table agree on is this should not be affecting the American people.”

The View panel — which includes Goldberg, Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro — has rarely hosted prominent conservative lawmakers.

The show is known for its liberal-leaning commentary, often sparking heated political exchanges. Greene’s upcoming appearance marks a rare outreach moment between the outspoken congresswoman and one of television’s most consistently left-leaning programs.

Earlier this month, Goldberg called Greene “a very surprising voice of reason,” after the Georgia representative broke from Republican ranks by supporting the renewal of Obamacare tax credits — a key point of contention in the budget standoff.

“What the hell is going on?” Goldberg said during that broadcast.

Behar also acknowledged Greene’s personal stake in the debate. “She also has a couple of kids who need — the insurance premiums are going up, so it’s very personal to her,” Behar said. “You know, I’ll take it.”

TV Personality Joy Behar, the View co-host

In a social media post earlier this month, Greene clarified her stance on the issue, saying she remains opposed to Obamacare but wants to protect her constituents from rising costs.

“I’m not a fan of Obamacare,” she wrote. “But I’m going to go against everyone on this issue because when the tax credits expire this year my own adult children’s insurance premiums for 2026 are going to DOUBLE, along with all the wonderful families and hard-working people in my district.”

Co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin also joked during an earlier segment, “It’s a dark day when Marjorie Taylor Greene is the voice of reason.” After Goldberg said she had never heard the saying, Griffin added, “A blind squirrel finds a nut every now and then.”

Greene’s scheduled appearance is expected to be one of the show’s most closely watched interviews of the season.

Virginia Giuffre Memoir Claims Ghislaine Maxwell Bragged About Sex Act With A List Actor
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Virginia Giuffre Memoir Claims Ghislaine Maxwell Bragged About Sex Act With A List Actor

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Convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell allegedly bragged about performing a sex act on Hollywood actor George Clooney during a party, according to a memoir by Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre, as reported by The New York Post.

The claim surfaced in Giuffre’s posthumous book, “Nobody’s Girl,” which was released last week following her death in April.

London, England, UK – October 10, 2021: George Clooney attends “The Tender Bar” UK Premiere, 65th BFI London Film Festival at The Royal Festival Hall. Credit: Loredana Sangiuliano

Giuffre, 41, who died by suicide earlier this year, wrote that Maxwell loved to boast about encounters with famous men but suggested that some of her claims may have been exaggerated. “Whether that was true or not, we’ll never know,” Giuffre wrote.

The account mirrors a claim Giuffre made in her earlier unpublished memoir, “The Billionaire’s Playboy Club,” parts of which were unsealed in court documents released in 2020. In that version, Giuffre recounted Maxwell telling her the story after returning from an event “giddy as a schoolgirl.”

“One [time] she came back giddy as a schoolgirl with an explosion of news, with all the build-up and excitement in her voice you’d think she was the next crown princess,” Giuffre wrote.

“But she had given George Clooney a bl*w job in the bathroom at some random event. … She never let that one down.”

Representatives for Clooney did not respond to requests for comment on the latest claim. There is no record or evidence linking Clooney publicly to Epstein, and the actor has not been accused of any wrongdoing.

The memoir did not specify when or where the alleged incident was said to have taken place. Giuffre’s writing described Maxwell’s alleged pattern of bragging about sexual exploits and relationships with high-profile men, though it remains unclear which, if any, of the stories were true.

Giuffre was among Epstein’s most outspoken victims and one of the first to publicly accuse Maxwell of recruiting and trafficking her as a teenager. Her allegations played a major role in the federal investigation that led to Maxwell’s conviction in 2021.

Maxwell, now 63, is serving a 20-year federal sentence for sex trafficking and conspiracy at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tallahassee, Florida.

Prosecutors said she groomed and abused multiple underage girls alongside Epstein, who died in a Manhattan jail cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges.

Giuffre also made international headlines for her accusations against Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, who she said sexually abused her when she was 17. Andrew denied wrongdoing but later settled a civil lawsuit with Giuffre in February 2022 for an undisclosed sum.

The settlement came as the British royal faced mounting scrutiny over his ties to Epstein and Maxwell.

Maxwell has continued to deny all allegations of sexual misconduct, maintaining her innocence even after her conviction.

Giuffre’s memoir, which details her experiences and the years-long legal battles surrounding Epstein’s network, was published posthumously by her family.

Kourtney Kardashian Expands Lemme Line With New ‘Lemme Purr’ Lollipops
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Kourtney Kardashian Expands Lemme Line With New ‘Lemme Purr’ Lollipops

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Kourtney Kardashian Barker has announced the launch of a new addition to her Lemme wellness brand — probiotic lollipops aimed at supporting women’s health. The product, called Lemme Purr Lollipops, became available Sunday exclusively at Target stores nationwide, as reported by The New York Post.

The new supplement follows the success of Kardashian’s Lemme Purr gummies and capsules, which are marketed as daily probiotics that promote vaginal health.

The lollipops, priced at $5.99 per pack, are the latest expansion in Kardashian’s effort to bring wellness products into mainstream retail spaces.

Like the original Lemme Purr gummies, the lollipops’ key ingredient is Bacillus coagulans, a probiotic strain known for producing lactic acid.

The bacteria help maintain healthy pH levels and balance the vaginal microbiome — the natural ecosystem of bacteria and fungi that can affect a woman’s overall health.

According to the brand, the probiotic can also support immune health and aid in digestion. Research has linked B. coagulans to improved symptoms in people suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), such as bloating, cramping, and diarrhea.

The lollipops also contain vitamin C for antioxidant and collagen support, as well as pineapple extract for flavor. Each pop contains 70 calories and is made with real sugar. The product is vegetarian, gluten-free, non-GMO, and formulated without artificial sweeteners.

Women’s health expert Olivia Cassano of Evvy, a company specializing in microbiome science, previously told The New York Post that maintaining a healthy balance of bacteria in the vaginal microbiome is crucial.

“When the vaginal microbiome isn’t healthy — say, there’s too much bad bacteria or not enough good bacteria — women are at risk for infections like bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, and aerobic vaginitis,” Cassano said.

“It can also result in a higher risk of other health conditions, such as recurrent UTIs. Research has even linked certain shifts in the vaginal microbiome to pregnancy complications like preterm birth.”

This is the second time Kardashian has introduced a lollipop-based supplement. Her first, Lemme Glow, was a limited-edition beauty supplement designed to promote healthy hair, skin, and nails.

The company says that unlike the earlier release, Lemme Purr Lollipops are a permanent addition to the Lemme lineup.

“Our community fell in love with our first lollipops, so I couldn’t wait to bring them back in a new way,” Kardashian said in a statement. “Lemme Purr Lollipops are such a fun extension of one of our best-sellers, Lemme Purr, and I love that they turn daily self-care into something sweet and simple.”

Kardashian’s launch joins a growing market of candy-form health supplements. Other companies, such as It Girl Vitamins, sell lollipops infused with peptides and greens. Kid-friendly brands like Olly and YumEarth have also introduced multivitamin pops for children.

Stephen Miller Shreds Robert De Niro After Actor Calls Him “Nazi” on Live TV
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Stephen Miller Shreds Robert De Niro After Actor Calls Him “Nazi” on Live TV

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U.S. Homeland Security Advisor Stephen Miller responded Wednesday night to actor Robert De Niro after the Hollywood star compared him to Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels during an MSNBC interview.

Miller called De Niro “a sad, bitter, broken, old man” and said the actor’s comments reflected a long decline in his public relevance.

Miller appeared on Fox News’ “Hannity” following De Niro’s remarks, which aired Sunday on MSNBC’s The Weekend.

National Harbor, MD US – Mar 4, 2023: Stephen Miller speaks at the 2023 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC).
Credit: Julia Nikhinson – CNP

During that segment, De Niro attacked both President Donald Trump and members of his administration, claiming there is “no way” President Trump would “want to leave the White House” voluntarily.

He then turned his attention to Miller, calling him “a Nazi” and referring to him as “the Goebbels of the cabinet.”

“He set it up with, I guess, he’s the Goebbels of the cabinet, Stephen Miller. He’s a Nazi. Yes, he is, and he’s Jewish and he should be ashamed of himself,” De Niro said during the interview.

The comments drew immediate backlash, with many criticizing De Niro for invoking Nazi comparisons and making inflammatory remarks about Miller’s faith.

Appearing on Fox News, host Sean Hannity suggested Miller consider legal action in response. “If it was me, I think I’d be hiring an attorney, and I’d be looking at suing for defamation,” Hannity said.

Miller declined to discuss potential legal steps but directly addressed De Niro’s statements.

“Robert De Niro is a sad, bitter, broken, old man who is mostly enraged because he has not made a movie worth watching in at least 30 years,” Miller said.

He continued, “This man has been degrading himself on camera with one horrific film after another for my entire adult life, and he is not taken seriously by anybody — not by his family, not by his friends, not by his community.”

Miller added that De Niro has issued “probably the longest string of flops, failures, embarrassments.”

“He is a shell of a man, and everybody disregards everything he says,” Miller said during the interview.

The Homeland Security Advisor’s comments came as the administration continues to push back against increasingly hostile rhetoric from entertainment industry figures toward President Trump and members of his team.

De Niro has been one of the president’s most outspoken celebrity critics for several years, frequently using public appearances to denounce the administration. His comments on MSNBC marked one of his harshest attacks to date.

De Niro’s reference to Nazi propaganda minister Joseph Goebbels — a key architect of Adolf Hitler’s messaging campaign — drew particular condemnation from Jewish advocacy organizations, which called the comparison “offensive” and “historically ignorant.”

Miller, who is Jewish, has served as Homeland Security Advisor since early 2025, advising President Trump on border enforcement, immigration reform, and national security policy.

The White House has not issued a separate statement on De Niro’s comments. However, senior administration officials privately described the remarks as “reckless” and “inflammatory,” noting that such comparisons can endanger public officials.

De Niro has not responded to Miller’s statements or to the growing backlash over his MSNBC appearance.

The actor, known for roles in Raging Bull and Taxi Driver, has increasingly used political commentary as a platform in recent years, often targeting President Trump and his administration in interviews and public events.

The exchange marks the latest in a series of high-profile verbal attacks between Hollywood figures and federal officials. Miller’s televised remarks on Wednesday signaled that the administration intends to confront such rhetoric directly rather than ignore it.


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