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MSNBC Ditches Parent Network NBC News for Startup Culture Revamp

MSNBC is rebranding itself as it separates from parent company NBC News, adopting a startup mentality and signaling a shift in its corporate identity. The exact nature of the changes remains to be seen, but president Rebecca Kutler suggests a fresh approach.

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North America CNN

Trump Admin Seeks to Use White House Website for Political Attacks Against Democrats

The Trump administration plans to use the White House website as a tool for trolling Democrats and promoting its message, a move seen as an attempt to 'weaponize' the official government site. The tactic is similar to one used by President Bill Clinton in 2000, which launched a new internet address to celebrate changes to the White House website.

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