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DNC launches new ‘war room operation’ to keep up with GOP’s digital media dominance

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The Democratic National Committee launched a new «war room operation» initiative Monday aimed at combating the right’s dominance in digital media.

The new initiative intends to leverage influencers, opposition research, policy matter experts, appearances on podcasts and a revamped rapid response program aimed at challenging the narratives pushed by the Trump administration online.  

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Newly installed DNC Chair Ken Martin told media outlets that the party’s rapid response efforts would be among his top three priorities going into the position. He won the election this year to be the DNC’s next chair.

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Ken Martin, a longtime leader of the Democratic Party in Minnesota, won an election this year to become the Democratic National Committee’s next chair. (Getty Images/Fox News)

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«We are the opposition party. Our job is to put the Republicans on their heels, to put them on defense,» Martin told the Washington Post after news of the new war room initiative. «We have one role, and that is to litigate the case against Donald Trump, Elon Musk and JD Vance.»

In the same interview, Martin lamented that Republicans were quicker to realize the strategic importance of digital media in the smartphone age, telling the Post that the GOP has taken a more aggressive stance in the realm of podcasts, social media and more since 2020. 

«I would argue that for 3½ years, they spent time beating the hell out of Joe Biden and the Democrats, really, in an unimpeded way,» Martin said. «They defined us before we ever got a chance to define ourselves.»

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One element of the new «war room» initiative from the DNC entails a «People’s Cabinet» of policy experts and local community voices who will stand ready to engage with the media to counter «the lies from the Trump administration.» (Kurt «CyberGuy» Knutsson | iStock)

Per the DNC’s press announcement, the new «war room» initiative will incorporate «four main pillars.»

These include «expanding Democrats’ reach into new information spaces,» «modernizing the rapid response operation to drive aggressive daily messaging to counter the Trump administration,» «leveraging creative opposition tactics and an expansive research operation» and «launching a modernized misinformation counter programming verticil to combat the lies from the right.» 

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One element of the new initiative involves a «People’s Cabinet» of policy experts and local community voices who will stand ready to engage with the media to counter «the lies from the Trump administration.» The new program also plans to boost its «media-monitoring and research operation» to keep tabs on Trump officials as they appear on various networks and across the internet.

The press announcement adds that the initiative will seek to «reach beyond traditional audiences» with their efforts, including by «prioritizing efforts to compete in conservative and mixed media spaces.» This strategy has already been picked up by some in the Democratic Party, such as California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who recently began a podcast that emphasizes speaking with guests he disagrees with, usually a conservative. 

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Tim Hogan, a longtime Democrat operative who has worked in communications for the likes of Hillary Clinton and Amy Klobuchar, said to the Post that one of his top goals will be to recruit influencers with a broad reach to assist in building support in places Democrats typically have not in the past.

When reached for comment, the White House pointed to a post on X by White House Communications Director Steven Cheung. 

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«Democrats have no idea how to actually set up a functioning war room and response operation. That’s why they’re pitching stories with vague descriptions and pie-in-the-sky promises that show how far back they are in this race,» Cheung said. «Team Trump has been doing this since 2016.»

The DNC declined to comment on this story, pointing Fox News Digital to its Monday press announcement with details about the new program.

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Acuerdo Israel-Hamas: las familias de los rehenes celebran su inminente liberación en el centro de Tel Aviv y convocan a Donald Trump

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A primera hora de este jueves, la Plaza de los Rehenes, en el centro de Tel Aviv, se convirtió en un estallido de emociones desbordadas. Las familias de los rehenes israelíes celebran con júbilo su próxima liberación.

«¡Matan vuelve a casa!», gritó Einav Zangauker, uno de los rostros más conocidos de la campaña de dos años por liberar a los cautivos, refiriéndose a su hijo. Con los brazos alzados al cielo, exclamó «¡Gracias!», mientras simpatizantes, familiares y rehenes liberados llenaban la plaza.

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Einav Zangauker, madre del rehén Matan Zangauker, sostiene un cartel con un poema que pide el regreso de todos los rehenes. Foto: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun

«Quiero olerlo. Si tengo un sueño, es ver a Matan dormir en su cama«, agregó en diálogo con la prensa.

Tras el secuestro de sus seres queridos durante el ataque de Hamas sobre el sur de Israel el 7 de octubre de 2023, que desató la guerra en Gaza, las familias se embarcaron en una lucha ardua por recuperar la libertad de sus allegados. Viajaron por todo el mundo para reunirse con líderes internacionales, enfrentaron la incredulidad de políticos israelíes y suplicaron incansablemente por un final a la pesadilla que parecía interminable. Hasta hoy.

Emoción en Tel Aviv tras el anuncio de Trump sobre el alto el fuego. Foto:  AP/Emilio MorenattiEmoción en Tel Aviv tras el anuncio de Trump sobre el alto el fuego. Foto: AP/Emilio Morenatti

Después de que Donald Trump anunciara el acuerdo entre Israel y Hamas para liberar a los cautivos restantes, la tensión en la plaza comenzó a disiparse. De los 250 capturados inicialmente, Israel asegura que alrededor de 20 de los 48 que permanecen en Gaza siguen con vida.

El contador que marcaba los días, minutos y segundos desde aquella angustiante mañana de octubre seguía iluminando a los presentes, pero ahora cada segundo los acercaba más a la liberación.

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Familiares y allegados de los rehenes israelíes retenidos por Hamas en la Franja de Gaza celebran tras el anuncio. Foto: AP/Emilio MorenattiFamiliares y allegados de los rehenes israelíes retenidos por Hamas en la Franja de Gaza celebran tras el anuncio. Foto: AP/Emilio Morenatti

«Durante dos años he luchado por la vida de mi esposo», escribió Rebecca Bohbot en Instagram sobre su marido, Elkana. «Este es el momento en que un niño pequeño volverá a abrazar a su padre, un instante en que mi familia recobra la vida», agregó.

«Siento escalofríos de pies a cabeza», contó Omer Wenkert, rehén liberado anteriormente, sobre la noticia del acuerdo. «No puedo ni imaginar la alegría que sentiremos, como nación, por fin», sumó.

Una persona se disfrazó de Trump en medio de los festejos. Foto: AP/Ohad ZwigenbergUna persona se disfrazó de Trump en medio de los festejos. Foto: AP/Ohad Zwigenberg

En el corazón de las celebraciones estuvo la figura de Trump, a quien muchos familiares e israelíes atribuyen el mérito de haber presionado al primer ministro Benjamín Netanyahu para aceptar el acuerdo. Una persona se disfrazó del presidente republicano y ondeó banderas estadounidenses; las familias expresaron su agradecimiento y algunos corearon que merecía el Premio Nobel de la Paz, como mencionó Javier Milei en X.

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El Foro de Familias de Rehenes y Desaparecidos, que representa a los allegados de la mayoría de los secuestrados en Gaza, invitó a Trump a reunirse con ellas en Israel tras impulsar el acuerdo de alto el fuego.

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«Ya sea un discurso en la plaza, un lugar que se ha convertido en símbolo de esperanza y resiliencia, una visita privada a las familias o cualquier reunión que se ajuste a su agenda, haremos lo posible para que suceda«, indicó el Foro en un comunicado.

«Solo necesitamos mirarle a los ojos y expresar lo que las palabras no pueden transmitir: que nos devolvió a nuestras familias y con ellas, nuestra esperanza«, añadieron.

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El líder de la Casa Blanca llegará a Israel el domingo, según informó el diario Yedioth Ahronot, tras la firma del alto el fuego. La liberación de los 48 cautivos se producirá el lunes, según Washington. Israel y Hamas aún deben acordar quiénes conformarán los 1.950 prisioneros palestinos que serán liberados a cambio de los rehenes: 250 condenados a cadena perpetua y 1.700 detenidos en la Franja de Gaza, según un miembro del buró político de Hamas.

Israel inicia los preparativos de su retirada

Antes de la liberación, el Ejército israelí deberá retirarse hasta la «línea amarilla» estipulada por EE. UU., marcando la primera fase de su retirada del enclave. Esto permitirá que las tropas permanezcan en un perímetro de 1,5 kilómetros en su zona más estrecha y 6,5 en la más amplia, garantizando presencia militar en cerca de la mitad del territorio.

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Un helicóptero Apache israelí dispara municiones mientras sobrevuela Gaza, después del anuncio de Trump. Foto: REUTERS/Ammar AwadUn helicóptero Apache israelí dispara municiones mientras sobrevuela Gaza, después del anuncio de Trump. Foto: REUTERS/Ammar Awad

Según Haaretz, esta retirada facilitará que las milicias gazatíes, encabezadas por Hamas, localicen a todos los cautivos. El Ejército ya inició los preparativos y estableció un protocolo de combate para avanzar «pronto» hacia la línea establecida, mientras mantiene la capacidad de responder a cualquier desarrollo operativo.

«Las Fuerzas de Defensa de Israel han comenzado los preparativos operativos previos a la aplicación del acuerdo. Como parte de este proceso, se están llevando a cabo las tareas previas y un protocolo de combate para pasar pronto a unas líneas de despliegue modificadas», afirmó el ejército en un comunicado.

El acuerdo contempla que la primera fase de retirada se complete antes del lunes, cuando Hamas liberará a los 48 rehenes aún cautivos. La medida garantiza que los secuestrados sean localizados tanto por las Brigadas Al Qasam como por otros grupos, como la Yihad Islámica Palestina.

Aún no se han detallado las fases posteriores, pero tras llegar a la «línea amarilla», las tropas israelíes seguirán presentes en alrededor de la mitad del enclave, tras haber dominado hasta ahora más del 80%.

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World leaders praise ‘landmark’ Israel-Hamas peace deal mediated by US: ‘New horizon of hope’

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President Donald Trump announced in an exclusive interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity on Wednesday night that a «landmark peace deal» between Israel and Hamas has been reached, hailing it as «a historic step toward peace in the Middle East.»

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In the interview, Trump said «the whole world came together» to make the deal happen, crediting both «luck» and «talent.» 

«So many countries that you wouldn’t have thought of have come together,» he said on «Hannity.» «It’s been so great for Israel, so great for Muslims, for the Arab countries — and so great for the United States of America. This is more than Gaza — this is peace in the Middle East.»

Leaders across the world are welcoming the news and describing it as a potential turning point.

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«With the approval of the first phase of the plan, all our hostages will be brought home. This is a diplomatic success and a national and moral victory for the State of Israel,» Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. «From the beginning, I made it clear: we will not rest until all our hostages return and all our goals are achieved.» 

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He thanked his «great friend and ally President Trump,» saying Israel has «reached this critical turning point.»

Israeli President Isaac Herzog chimed in on X, offering an emphatic endorsement of the deal while thanking Trump, adding that «should he visit us in the coming days, he will be received with immense respect, affection, and gratitude by the people of Israel.»

«This agreement will bring moments of indescribable relief to the dear families who have not slept for 733 days. This agreement offers a chance to mend, to heal, and to open a new horizon of hope for our region,» the post read. «This is a time to honor the heroes among us: our sons and daughters who fought bravely to bring the hostages home; the bereaved families; the wounded in body and spirit; and all who have paid an unbearable price for this historic and vital moment.» 

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At the United Nations, Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed the breakthrough and urged swift follow-through, according to Reuters.

«I welcome the announcement of an agreement to secure a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza. The United Nations will support full implementation and recovery efforts. This momentous opportunity must not be lost,» Guterres said.

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Under the deal, Hamas is expected to release all 20 living hostages by this weekend, and the Israeli military is expected to begin withdrawing troops from most of Gaza as part of the initial phase.

The IDF also released a statement on social media, welcoming «the signing of the agreement for the return of the hostages, which was signed overnight.»

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«This is a great day for peace,» Trump said. «Many years they talked about peace in the Middle East — now it’s happening.»

The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry says more than 67,000 Palestinians have been killed since the war began, a figure that has not been independently verified.



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Fox News Politics Newsletter: Liberal media darling under fire after viral interview

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Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics coverage. Here’s what’s happening…

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– Behind the scenes of Trump’s anticipated Antifa roundtable with Cabinet members

– Comey pleads not guilty to indictment alleging false statements, obstruction

– Supreme Court skeptical of ‘conversion therapy’ law banning treatment of minors with gender identity issues

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Liberal media darling in the hot seat after explosive interview goes viral

Conservatives on social media blasted California Democrat Katie Porter, widely seen by Democrats as a frontrunner in the state’s gubernatorial race, after she cut short a contentious interview over follow-up questions from a reporter.

The viral moment happened in a clip posted Tuesday night where Porter took issue with the line of questioning from CBS investigative journalist Julie Watts, who was pushing Porter on whether she can and needs to appeal to the millions of Trump voters in the state to become the next governor.

«I feel like this is unnecessarily argumentative,» Porter said, adding, «I don’t want to keep doing this, I’m going to call it.»…READ MORE.

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Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., speaks during the «Just Majority» Supreme Court press conference on June 22, 2023, in Washington, D.C. (Paul Morigi/Getty Images for Just Majority)

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