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Bob Newhart Tribute Special Draws Record 4.1 Million Viewers on CBS

 CBS's tribute to the legendary comedian Bob Newhart, titled “Bob Newhart: A Legacy of Laughter,” captivated 4.1 million viewers on Monday night. The “Entertainment Tonight” special celebrated Newhart's extraordinary 70-year career in comedy following his recent passing at age 94. This made the special the most-watched program in its 8 p.m. timeslot, outperforming competing shows such as NBC's “American Ninja Warrior” (2.7 million viewers), ABC's “The Bachelorette” (2.6 million viewers), Fox's “Name That Tune” (1.4 million viewers), and CW's “All American: Homecoming” (322,000 viewers). In addition to being the top-rated show of the night, excluding sports telecasts, “Bob Newhart: A Legacy of Laughter” also became the highest-viewed “Entertainment Tonight” special ever. The previous record-holder was “NCISVerse: The First 1000,” which attracted 3.8 million viewers in April. Other notable ET specials include “Salute to NCIS: LA” with 3.4 million viewers in May 20
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Former Trump Adviser Peter Navarro Delivers Fiery Speech at GOP Convention Post-Prison Release

 Former Trump White House advisor Peter Navarro made headlines as he addressed attendees at the Republican National Convention, mere hours after his release from a federal prison in Miami. Navarro had recently completed a four-month sentence for defying a subpoena issued by the January 6 congressional committee, a charge stemming from investigations into the Capitol attack of January 6, 2021.

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During his impassioned speech in Milwaukee, Navarro cautioned the audience about the implications of governmental actions, proclaiming, "If they can come for me, if they can come for Donald Trump, be careful. They will come for you." His appearance coincided with the nomination of his former boss as the 2024 GOP presidential candidate.

Navarro's legal troubles arose from his refusal to comply with subpoenas related to the House committee's inquiry into efforts to delay the certification of the 2020 presidential election results. This defiance resulted in convictions on two counts of contempt last summer: failure to produce documents and non-appearance for a committee interview.

Throughout his incarceration, Navarro reportedly served as a law library clerk and garnered respect among fellow inmates, as noted by his prison consultant, Sam Mangel. His dedication and resilience were evident as he concluded his convention address by inviting his fiancée on stage and endorsing the Trump-Vance '24 ticket.

Despite facing legal setbacks, Navarro remains steadfast in his appeal against the conviction. His case has raised significant legal questions, particularly concerning assertions of executive privilege and the limits of congressional subpoena power.

Peter Navarro


Navarro's prison experience at one of the nation's oldest correctional facilities highlighted the challenges within the system, housing a small population of inmates, including a notable Puerto Rican contingent, amidst aging infrastructure.

As Navarro continues to navigate his legal battles, his appearance at the GOP convention underscored his resilience and commitment to his beliefs amidst a turbulent political landscape.

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