White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany blamed CNN and her own naiveté for somehow convincing her to call President Donald Trump's rhetoric about immigrants "racist" and "hateful" in 2015. "For about the first four weeks of the election, I was watching CNN and I was naively believing some of the headlines that I saw on CNN," she said. "I very quickly came around and supported the president."In newly-unearthed footage, McEnany passionately and repeatedly attacked then-candidate Trump, calling him "a showman" who didn't deserve a place in the Republican Party. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.During her press conference at the White House on Friday, Kayleigh McEnany, President Donald Trump's newly-installed White House press secretary, blamed CNN and her own naiveté for

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II on Friday offered a message in honor of the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day).The 93-year-old monarch spoke of the parallels between the Second World War that left more than 50 million dead, and the ongoing efforts to battle the coronavirus."The war had been a total war: it had affected everyone, and no one was immune from its impact," she said.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Britain's Queen Elizabeth II on Friday offered a tribute and a message of hope in honor of the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day).In a video message, the 93-year-old monarch drew a parallel between the Second World War that left more than 50 million dead, and the ongoing efforts to battle the coronavirus.VE Day is remembered as the day when

Rick Bright, the Department of Health and Human Services scientist who was reassigned last month and then filed a whistleblower complaint, disputed the White House's characterization that he was "disgruntled.""I am frustrated at a lack of urgency to get a head-start on developing life-saving tools for Americans," he said in a CBS "60 Minutes" interview."I was thinking that we could have done more to get those masks and supplies to them sooner, and if we had, would they still be alive today," Bright added. "It's a horrible thought to think about the time that past when we could have done something and we didn't."Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Rick Bright, the Department of Health and Human Services scientist who was fired in April and then filed a whistleblower complaint

Top White House officials shelved expert guidance to reopening America from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, despite the report being greenlit by the CDC director, the Associated Press reported.The first 17 pages of the report — which spanned more than 60 pages — was initially released by the AP on May 7, after the White House killed its release on April 30, the day federal social distancing guidelines were set to expire.Following the AP report on Thursday, the White House subsequently fast-tracked the approval for release of the guidance.White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany told reporters Friday that the report was not released because CDC director Robert Redfield had not approved of it. However, internal emails obtained by the AP suggest a different timeline.Visit Business

Former President Barack Obama excoriated Justice Department over its decision to drop its case against former national security adviser Michael Flynn, during a private call with the Obama Alumni Association, Yahoo News reported."There is no precedent that anybody can find" in which "someone who has been charged with perjury just getting off scot-free," Obama said, though he misstated the crime Flynn pleaded guilty to.The former national security adviser pleaded guilty in December 2017 to lying to the FBI as part of the Russia probe. After initially cooperating with prosecutors, Flynn hired a more combative defense team that called for a judge to dismiss the case after alleging prosecutorial misconduct."That's the kind of stuff where you begin to get worried that basic — not just institutional

75644579President Donald Trump has overseen a chaotic response to the US coronavirus outbreak, downplaying its severity and repeatedly changing his stance on China.This is undermining US authority to criticize how China handled the initial outbreak, which began in Wuhan.China has capitalized on this, with state media and government officials highlighting the US inconsistencies and saying it is "hid[ing] their incompetence by blaming China."There are signs that the Chinese public — the Communist Party's most important audience — is also losing trust in the US.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.China's Communist Party has in recent weeks embarked on an expansive propaganda campaign to recoup its public image as the coronavirus ravages much of the world.Its efforts have included

Hamish Macdonald suffered from an awkward slip of the tongue while co-hosting The Project on Monday night.  

Apollo Jackson confirms he hasn't found love since leaving Bachelor in Paradise, while dodging questions about whether he is set to become the next Bachelor.

The Duchess of Cambridge left fans in awe on Monday when she posed for pictures with her newborn baby just seven hours after giving birth.

The Project's Peter Helliar, 42, avoids discussing PMS symptoms with his co-hosts, in hilarious segment on Tuesday's program.

Tommy Little took his charity fundraising to extremes on Tuesday's episode of The Project when he stripped off and bungee jumped naked. 

Actress, author and mother of six Madeleine West has admitted she is 'a bit nuts' on Thursday's Project t for writing a series of children's books while juggling her large brood

The US reality sensation, 20, gushed about how the arrival of her daughter Stormi in February 'changed her world', in a chat with older sister Kim.

Appearing on Thursday's Project, Ryan Reynolds revealed that he was reluctant to perform his own stunts in Deadpool 2 admitting that, at 41, he definitely isn't superhuman,

Madeleine West is raising six kids while writing a series of books to educate and entertain thousands of other young minds.

In a new column for Yahoo Be on Sunday, Mel Grieg revealed her new thigh-high boots caused her to fall over in the middle of the street.

She's been based in London to cover the Royal Wedding. 

The Project's Meshel Laurie has revealed her TRUE feelings about abortion amid Ireland's divisive debate.

The Project's Lisa Wilkinson is regularly glammed-up for her TV roles. But on Saturday, the 58-year-old opted to keep her look au naturel while spending time with lookalike daughter Billi.

Fans of The Project have taken to social media to savage Meshel Laurie's choice of purple wig on Friday night's show.

The Project's Peter Helliar was not nominated for a Gold Logie this year. And on Monday, the comedian was mocked for being snubbed of an award nomination on Have You Been Paying Attention ?

They tied the knot in November 2015, after a whirlwind romance. 

The comedian changes her hairstyle regularly. But on Wednesday, Meshel Laurie embraced her naturally-luscious blonde tresses on Channel Ten's The Project panel.

He's the Australian-born rocker currently wowing fans with two new singles Healing Hands and Come Clean.

The Project host has been vocal on the show this week about his expectations of the Australian side in Russia over the coming month, claiming they have little chance of success.

On Friday's episode of The Project, panellists Gorgi Coghlan and Anthony 'Lehmo' Lehman were discussing their difficulties in finding affordable power prices.

The Project's Carrie Bickmore has revealed what her relationship with her partner Chris Walker's mother is really like.

They formed a strong friendship over their 'love of getting drunk'.

Channel Ten has denied Richard Dreyfuss' claims that he was tricked by The Project's Lisa Wilkinson during his appearance on Sunday's show.

She's the proud mother to two children - Oliver, nine, and Evie, three - and is expecting a third child with her long-term boyfriend Chris Walker.

Former TODAY Show host Lisa Wilkinson has been roasted over her defection to Channel Ten at the TV Week Logie Awards.

The Project star posted an adorable image of her little one's priceless reaction to seeing her mum on the TV screen.

She's the star of The Project who recently spoke out about rape culture in the wake of the rape and murder of Melbourne comedian Eurydice Dixon.

Speaking on Network Ten's The Project on Thursday night, Amy, 32, told co-host Tommy Little, 'I’d love to get Russell in a video. I'm sure I could come up with anything [for the concept].'

Snow Patrol's Gary Lightbody has regaled the moment a young Ed Sheeran once stole his spotlight while supporting his Irish band on tour.  

TV host Carrie Bickmore has leaped to the defence of American singer Pink after the rocker cancelled yet another Sydney concert, this time due to gastroenteritis.

He's the fun-loving co-host of The Project, who's often cool, calm and collected on-air.

Cat Henesy and Romy Poulier have come under fire for their 'bullying' behaviour on The Bachelor.

She's currently on an Australian promotional tour with affordable footwear brand Windsor Smith.

Waleed Aly has explained why he believes Australian cartoonist Mark Knight received global backlash over his illustration of Serena Williams at the U.S. Open.

She became one of the most hated women in Australia last week, after she was accused of 'bullying' Tenille Favios on The Bachelor.

Network Ten offered former Channel Nine star Lisa Wilkinson a rumoured $2million contract to anchor its new show, The Sunday Project.

Strawberry sabotage has swept the nation, leaving a long line of victims due to the unfortunate fruit contamination crisis - and Carrie Bickmore has taken action.

She's become the undisputed fan favourite on this season of The Bachelor.

They claimed to be feeling remorseful about their antics on The Bachelor, during a tearful interview last month.

Nick Cummins shocked the nation when he dumped both Brittany Hockley and Sophie Tieman on Thursday's finale episode.

Carrie Bickmore and partner Chris Walker have enjoyed a wonderful relationship for around six years.  

Charlie Newling is currently one of the frontrunners to win Ali Oetjen's heart on the The Bachelorette.

It's the Australian radio's night-of-nights! The Project host Carrie Bickmore leads the celebrity arrivals as she stuns in a pink frock showing off her bump at the ACRAs in Melbourne

He's a Hollywood favourite thanks to his rippling muscles and beefy frame.