James Hirsen

Los Angeles

Entertainment Editor/Writer at Newsmax

New York Times Bestselling Author, Columnist for Newsmax, Attorney, Talent Agent, Law Professor and Former Keyboard Player for the Temptations.

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New Animated Film Proves Easter Miracles Still Possible

1 week ago | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

Hollywood executives are accustomed to achieving big box-office results from family-friendly animated films. The global animation market has hauled in hundreds of billions of dollars in revenue. Additionally, animated films have become a major portion of the total movie box office, with several films securing billion-dollar grosses. Included among the top 50 highest-grossing films of all time are the following animated features: Ne Zha 2, Inside Out 2, The Lion King, Frozen 2, The Super Mario Bros.
With AI, are We 'Summoning a Demon'?

1 month ago | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

It seems as though a lot of prominent tech experts are feeling uneasy about the possibility of AI going awry. Some have even called for a pause in AI development. Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, experienced what he called a "very strange extreme [AI] vertigo." Casey Newton, former senior editor of The Verge, discovered that certain individuals who are working with AI are having nightmares about it. Something dark seems to be hovering around some of those who are involved with AI's development.
Judges Usurping Presidential Authority Should Face Impeachment

1 month ago | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

In a recent blatantly illegal ruling, an Obama-appointed federal judge interfered with the legitimate powers of the president. In his ruling, District Court Judge James Boasberg ordered the Trump administration not to deport a group of Venezuelan nationals who pose a danger to our country.
Deep, Abiding Faith at Heart of Chris Pratt's Success

2 months ago | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

It was in the late 2000s when actor Chris Pratt secured Hollywood fame for his portrayal of Andy Dwyer in the NBC sitcom “Parks and Recreation.” Although his role in the sitcom was meant to be temporary, producers liked him so much they asked him to become a series regular. After dropping out of college, working as a waiter, and living homeless in Hawaii, Pratt had clearly come a very long way. He was now a genuine TV star.
Trump Right to Scour Executive Branch, Federal Spending

2 months ago | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

During the 2024 campaign cycle, then-GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump promised voters that when he took the Oval Office for the second time he would enlist the help of Elon Musk to assist him in ridding the federal government of waste, fraud, and abuse. Musk is the entrepreneur extraordinaire that with his forward-thinking approaches to electric vehicles and rocket technology was able to transform the automobile and aerospace industries.
Podcasts Are Impressive New Media Kids on the Block

Feb 7, 2025 | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

An interesting thing is happening in the new "Golden Age of America." The mainstream media are quietly fading away. Although former media giants have been losing their credibility, influence, and audiences for a quite a stretch of time, things really seem to have accelerated over the past couple of weeks.
Time to End Gov't Policies Not Rooted in Law

Jan 27, 2025 | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

An activist federal judge has blocked a key executive order recently implemented by President Donald Trump. The executive order that was signed by President Trump does away with birthright citizenship, i.e., the granting of full citizenship to the offspring of illegal aliens who are physically present in the United States. The order is part and parcel of the president’s overall border reform package. Several lawsuits have been initiated by states that are opposed to the order.
Leadership Failures Brought Calif. Fires

Jan 10, 2025 | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

On the morning of January 7, a brush fire in the hills above Los Angeles quickly transformed into an inferno. Tens of thousands of people were evacuated, while hundreds of thousands were on pins and needles as they awaited the impending evacuation orders. The first fire would come to be known as the Palisades Fire. A few hours later the Eaton Fire would ignite in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Later in the night the Hurst Fire would erupt in the northern San Fernando Valley.
Clooney Discovers Politics Is Like Hollywood Exploits

Dec 4, 2024 | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

It’s a risky move for a Hollywood star to step into the world of politics. This is true for those who are new to the spotlight. But it’s especially true for those with a long track record of success. Enter George Clooney.
Is It Finally Goodbye, Good Riddance to MSNBC?

Nov 25, 2024 | newsmax.com | James Hirsen

Media and technology conglomerate Comcast is spinning off cable news network MSNBC from its roster, along with a number of other cable networks. The company announced it will create a new publicly traded entity, which will house MSNBC and NBCUniversal’s additional cable television networks. Comcast is giving the new company an apt moniker, “SpinCo.” The unveiling of the plans is shaking up the media landscape and sending shock waves through the network’s offices.