'Larger Than Life': Boehner Sees Trump As Modern-Day Teddy Roosevelt
Former U.S. House Speaker John Boehner sees President-elect Donald Trump as a modern-day Teddy Roosevelt, a populist who wants to do "big things."
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Former U.S. House Speaker John Boehner sees President-elect Donald Trump as a modern-day Teddy Roosevelt, a populist who wants to do "big things."
Chris reviews former Speaker of the House John Boehner calling Ted Cruz 'Lucifer,' the Eagles selection of Carson Wentz and the death of Lester Waas. He talked to Chris Butler on Finance Friday at 7:00 about Donald Trump's economic promises and CSN Philly's Ray Didinger at 8:00 about the Eagles draft.
Rich discussed John Boehner calling Ted Cruz Lucifer, Bernie Sanders cutting staffers and the Presidential candidates' opinions about carriers. He also discussed Trump's foreign policy speech, Susan Sarandon getting on the Trump train and Curt Schilling slamming ESPN. Rich spoke with Austin Petersen at 3:30pm.
Chris reviewed the decision of California Congressman Kevin McCarthy to drop out of the election for Speaker of the House. He talked with Economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday at 7:20 about Donald Trump's views on eminent domain, CSN Philly's Ray Didinger at 8:00 to preview this week's Eagles matchup with the Saints, and Joe Brooks from the USO, as well as Doc and Andie from WXTU, about Military Appreciation Day at 8:20.
Political columnist for The Hill, A.B. Stoddard analyzed the news that Philadelphia Congressman Bob Brady is ready to support a run for the White House by Vice President Joe Biden and the resignation of Speaker of the House, John Boehner.
Chris reviewed the Pope's visit to Philadelphia, Speaker of the House John Boehner's resignation, and the Eagles win over the Jets. He talked with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about the fallout of Boehner stepping down at 7:00, CBS 3's Pat Ciarrocchi about the Papal visit at 7:20, Congressman Bob Brady about taking the Pope's water glass at 7:50, sports analyst Beasley Reece about the Eagles win at 8:00, and A.B. Stoddard from The Hill about Boehner's resignation at 8:20.
The Tri-state Congressional Delegation expressed surprise when House Speaker John Boehner announced his decision Friday to step down.
Rich discussed the Pope shutdown, Boehner's resignation, and security for the Pope. He also discussed local stores raising prices during the Pope's visit, Donald Trump and Marco Rubio's feud and a school district banning tag at public schools. Rich spoke with Dr. Mazz at 4pm for Ask the Doctor and Christine Flowers at 5:30pm regarding her latest article, Pope Speaks to Heart.
Rep. John Mica said Friday that Boehner "just does not want to become the issue. Some people have tried to make him the issue both in Congress and outside."
Muir told Chris Stigall on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT that the Pope was warm and inviting in their brief meeting.
Chris reviewed Dick Cheney's assessment of Hillary Clinton's handling of her emails, Chris Christie's performance on The Tonight Show, and Philadelphia's handling of preparations for the Pope.
Presidential candidate Rick Santorum, a pointed critic of Republican Congressional leadership, today struck out at their lack of opposition to the President and will to fight for social issues.
These are difficult days in the US House of Representatives.
Chris Stigall talked with Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT from the Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington DC.
Boehner made the comment in response to a question Tuesday about whether there's a role for Congress on vaccines.
Rich talked about the reaction to the latest edition of the Charlie Hebdo magazine in France, the re-defining of prostitution in Seattle, and Nancy Grace's interview with rapper 2 Chains. He also talked to Ariela Migdal from the ACLU about her representation of a woman fighting to keep her job while she is pregnant.
Rich discussed John Boehner's re-election as Speaker of the House, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie coming under scrutiny after his appearance in Dallas Cowboy's Owner Jerry Jones' private box, and a new way to cut the chord to cable. He also talked to Dr. Walter Schubert from La Salle University about how falling gas prices will impact the economy.
Rich discussed New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's appearance in the box of Dallas Cowboy's Owner Jerry Jones and the tension between New York Mayor Bill De Blasio and the city's police department. He talked with Dr. Anthony Tobia who uses Seinfeld characters in his psychiatry class at Rutgers, Tim Smith, the attorney for a teacher in New Jersey who denies having sex with a student, and North Carolina Congressman Walter Jones.
Chris Stigall talked with conservative writer Andrew McCarthy on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about the increasing political chatter to impeach President Obama.
Chris expresses his outrage at ESPN suspending Stephen A. Smith for his statements on the NFL suspending Ray Rice for two games and the debate within the GOP on whether to impeach the President. He talks to Author Andrew McCarthy at 7:00, Tom McGrath from Philadelphia Magazine at 8:00 and Author Kevin Sabet at 8:20.
Chris asks if impeaching President Obama is the best way forward for Republicans and reviews the case of a man who punched someone for ogling his daughter. He took calls on Temple's decision to make test scores optional and he talked to Congressman Pat Meehan about the latest on the VA at 8:20.
Chris Stigall spoke with former Pennsylvania Senator Rick Santorum on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about a variety of topics in advance of the Fourth of July.
The Tea Party upset not only knocks out House speaker John Boehner's top lieutenant, it also leaves the GOP without a Jewish member of Congress.
Chris Stigall discussed the reaction to Speaker of the House John Boehner establishing the special House Select Committee to investigate the terrorist attacks on the consulate in Benghazi, Libya in 2012.
Chris is providing Karen Hepp Snow Baggies to listeners in the suburbs and discussing the deal in the House of Representatives to raise the debt ceiling and the Phillies new broadcast team.
Philly sports radio personality Mike Missanelli was arrested early Wednesday for allegedly assaulting his fiancée, police said.
Lopes also played for the Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros, and managed the Milwaukee Brewers for three seasons.
The Philadelphia Fire Department said one construction worker was rushed to a hospital and they're searching for two others.
More than 300 miles apart, but with the same first names, two Pennsylvania couples learned of their weddings because of one website.
A suspended New Jersey police sergeant was indicted on charges alleging he tampered with and stole drugs from the Hammonton Police Department's evidence room.
The Philadelphia Fire Department said one construction worker was rushed to a hospital and they're searching for two others.
Philly sports radio personality Mike Missanelli was arrested early Wednesday for allegedly assaulting his fiancée, police said.
Lopes also played for the Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros, and managed the Milwaukee Brewers for three seasons.
More than 300 miles apart, but with the same first names, two Pennsylvania couples learned of their weddings because of one website.
A suspended New Jersey police sergeant was indicted on charges alleging he tampered with and stole drugs from the Hammonton Police Department's evidence room.
Philly sports radio personality Mike Missanelli was arrested early Wednesday for allegedly assaulting his fiancée, police said.
The Philadelphia Fire Department said one construction worker was rushed to a hospital and they're searching for two others.
A man who broke into a home in Collingdale Tuesday night is dead after a standoff with police halted an attempted burglary.
The "Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Talking" exhibition converted words from 19 poems written by community members into pieces of public art.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
A suspended New Jersey police sergeant was indicted on charges alleging he tampered with and stole drugs from the Hammonton Police Department's evidence room.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
With Memorial Day less than seven weeks away, several shore points are working to replenish their beaches after severe erosion.
"Kidneys Kount" was written by Kendall Brunson, who survived nearly a decade on dialysis before finally receiving a kidney.
Officials say a former surgical technician stole $2.5 million in medical supplies from a Camden hospital and sold them to a wholesale medical supply company in South Carolina.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
Philly sports radio personality Mike Missanelli was arrested early Wednesday for allegedly assaulting his fiancée, police said.
Lopes also played for the Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros, and managed the Milwaukee Brewers for three seasons.
Robbie Ray and two relievers combined on a four-hitter as the San Francisco Giants beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-0 to end their four-game skid.
South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley says it is time to move past her Final Four skirmish with UConn coach Geno Auriemma that became the talk of the tournament.
A four-run seventh inning fueled by Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm propelled the Phillies to a come-from-behind win over the San Francisco Giants Monday night.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Newly released body camera video shows a New Jersey State Police trooper's perspective as he rescued a bear cub in North Jersey.
We were just in T-shirts a few days ago, but Wednesday's freezing morning temperatures had runners bundling up before they headed outside to exercise. Wakisha Bailey chats with people exercising outdoors about this fickle weather.
On Saturday, April 11, Creative Philadelphia will unveil the "Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Talking" public exhibition, converting the words from 19 poems written by community members into pieces of art with the goal of helping heal a community impacted gun violence.
Many parents say they were never taught how to manage money, making it hard to know where to begin with their own kids. This Financial Literacy Month, the In Your Corner podcast explores how families can build smart money habits early, even in a world where cash is rarely used and spending often feels invisible.
Wednesday is another chilly day in the Philadelphia region and we're expecting another round of freezing temperatures heading into Thursday morning. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.