Elex Michaelson
Malibu Triathlon 2023
- Title
- Malibu Triathlon 2023
- Runtime
- 2:54
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The Malibu Triathlon 2023 brings together 5,000 participants to raise $1.2 million for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
Our FOX 11 Los Angeles team includes my running, Sandra Endo’s swimming and Sam Dubin’s biking.
Here’s our report.
- Title
- Trump Dominates California Republican Convention
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Donald Trump had the largest & loudest crowd...by far...at the California Republican convention in Anaheim.
After his lengthy speech, we were part of his press pool as he made an unannounced visit to Carvel Ice Cream in Westwood.
This is a clip from "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson."
Watch California's statewide political show at TheIssueIsShow.com
- Title
- Second GOP Debate Gets Testy
- Runtime
- 6:21
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- We report from the second presidential debate at the Reagan Library in Simi Valley, where things often turned tense.
We're in the spin room discussing it all afterwards, then we sit down with Gov. Gavin Newsom who blasts Gov. DeSantis.
This is our story from FOX 11 Los Angeles.
- Title
- Newsom at the GOP Debate (Full Interview with Elex Michaelson)
- Runtime
- 18:15
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- California Governor Gavin Newsom perhaps got more attention than any of the actual Republican candidates at the GOP debate in Simi Valley.
Right beforehand, we sat down with him in Westlake Village for an extended conversation.
We discussed the state of the 2024 race & his place in it, his upcoming debate with Gov. Ron DeSantis, bills he's recently signed, George Gascon & criminal justice, the Bobby Kennedy Jr. presidential campaign, and his kids' cell phone use.
This is the full, unedited interview and includes content that had to be cut for time on "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson."
Watch full episodes of the show at TheIssueIsShow.com
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- Title
- Trump: "Love to” Run Against Newsom #trump #biden #newsom #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- During an unannounced stop for ice cream at Carvel in Westwood, I asked former President Trump about California politics...including a potential presidential match up with Gov. Newsom.
- Title
- The Issue Is: Donald Trump & Gavin Newsom (Full Episode)
- Runtime
- 22:03
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- On a historic week in California politics, we honor the life of Sen. Dianne Feinstein with long-time San Francisco Chronicle reporter Joe Garafoli.
We report from the California Republican Convention in Anaheim & GOP debate in Simi Valley, while catching up with former President Trump in Westwood.
We also sit down with California Governor Gavin Newsom to discuss his role as a surrogate for the Biden/Harris campaign and more.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's political show. Watch more at TheIssueIsShow.com
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- Title
- Newsom: I “Baited” DeSantis to Debate #newsom #desantis #trump #biden #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Title
- Newsom: I "Baited" DeSantis to Debate
- Runtime
- 1:33
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- California Governor Gavin Newsom says he "baited" Florida Governor Ron DeSantis into agreeing to a debate on FOX News Channel November 30th with Sean Hannity.
Newsom says it doesn't make sense for a presidential candidate to debate a non-presidential candidate.
He thinks DeSantis has "belly flopped" as a presidential candidate and likely regrets running in the first place.
This is part of a longer interview for "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson," which airs Fridays at 10:30PM on FOX 11 Los Angeles.
- Title
- The Issue Is: Lynn Vavreck & Dan Schnur on Trump's Rise, Newsom's World Stage & More
- Runtime
- 22:03
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Ahead of the second GOP presidential debate, political scientists Lynn Vavreck and Dan Schnur break down the state of the race, former President Trump's dominance in the field, and Governor DeSantis' slide in the polls.
The panel also discusses Governor Newsom's trip New York City to talk climate, concerns over Vice President's electoral prospects, and the potential role of RFK Jr. in the 2024.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
- Title
- California SUES Big Oil Companies
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- California Governor Gavin Newsom & Attorney General Rob Bonta announce that the state is suing the big oil companies in civil court.
They say the companies knew about the dangers of climate change internally, downplayed it externally, and now should pay into an abatement fund.
We spoke with AG Bonta for FOX 11 Los Angeles.
- Title
- The Issue Is: Robert Kennedy Jr. & Gov. Doug Burgum
- Runtime
- 22:03
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy on his run for president, COVID, immigration, Presidents Biden and Trump, Cheryl Hines and more.
Then, Republican presidential candidate Gov. Doug Burgum on his run for President, challenging Trump, energy policy, China, his business background and more.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
Watch the full, unedited interview with Kennedy here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAuierJI8PY
Watch the full, unedited interview with Burgum here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6irkyjTEqI&t=2s
- Title
- What RFK Jr. Learned from his Dad & Uncles #kennedy #family #politics #shorts
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Title
- RFK Jr Won’t Say on Biden vs Trump #shorts #rfkjr #biden #trump
- Runtime
- 0:22
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Democratic presidential candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. won’t commit to backing the Democratic nominee, if it’s not him. Kennedy told me he has no “plan B” other than winning the Democratic nomination himself. There has been speculation he could run as an independent or even possibly endorse Donald Trump. Watch the full interview streaming now at YouTube.com/ElexMichaelson #robertkennedyjr #rfkjr #democrat #republican #president #presidentialrace #biden #trump #theissueis #elexmichaelson
- Title
- RFK Jr: Shut Down the Border #immigration #border #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- After visiting the border, @robertfkennedyjr became convinced that it’s time to make it harder for people to enter this country illegally. He says the true victims are migrants who are being lied to by cartels, who often take their money and rape the women. He says we need to improve the legal immigration system and crack down on employers who are undercutting union employees by hiring illegal workers. Watch the full interview at YouTube.com/ElexMichaelson #robertkennedyjr #rfkjr #immigration #border #democrat #republican #rfkjr2024 #migrants #elexmichaelson #theissueis
- Title
- Full Interview: Gov. Doug Burgum
- Runtime
- 12:55
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- North Dakota's Republican Governor Doug Burgum is running for President.
The small town boy grew up to grow a billion dollar technology business.
He's running to President to lower regulations on things like American energy.
Here's his full, unedited interview from "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson."
Watch the full show at TheIssueIsShow.com
- Title
- Full Interview: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Runtime
- 43:27
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- So much of what is said about Robert Kennedy Jr. is inaccurate.
In this full, unedited interview from "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson," Kennedy explains his positions...in his own words.
It gives you an opportunity to understand where he's coming from on issues like vaccines, the border, economic reform...and decide if you agree with his views.
We also delve into the most important lessons he's learned from his famous family.
"The Issue Is:" is California's statewide political show. Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
- Title
- Breaking: Hunter Biden INDICTED #hunterbiden #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:50
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- 🚨 #BREAKING #HunterBiden has been indicted on gun related charges. He’s accused of lying about his drug use on a form. This case is not related to any of his foreign business dealings, which House Republicans are investigating. #hunterbiden #biden #specialcounsel #justice #guncharges #elexmichaelson
- Title
- Chris Matthews: Trump can win again #trump #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Title
- NEWS: Council to Advise Congress on AI #shorts #artificialintelligence #ai
- Runtime
- 0:35
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- 👨💻 NEWS: @rokhannausa is setting up an advisory council to help teach Congress about artificial intelligence. @reprokhanna says the Congress has a “technological literacy” challenge & he hopes some of his constituents in Silicon Valley can better help inform the policy makers. What do you think Congress should do/not do regarding AI? You can see our full interview streaming now at YouTube.com/ElexMichaelson #rokhanna #congress #reprokhanna #artificialintelligence #ai #help #technology #tech #siliconvalley #technews #elexmichaelson #theissueis
- Title
- Chris Matthews Predicts Trump’s 2024 VP Pick #shorts #trump
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Chris Matthews says Donald Trump will win the GOP nomination and select South Dakota’s Kristi Noem as his running mate. What do you think?
- Title
- Chris Matthews on Trump’s Strength, Biden’s Challenges, and RFK Jr’s Run (Full Interview)
- Runtime
- 21:44
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Former "Hardball" host Chris Matthews weighs in on 2024 politics on "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson"
- Title
- The Issue Is: Rep. Ro Khanna & Chris Matthews
- Runtime
- 22:04
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Rep. Ro Khanna and Chris Matthews join Elex Michaelson
- Title
- Mark Sanchez on Rams, Seahawks and USC Trojans
- Runtime
- 6:06
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- FOX Sports analyst Mark Sanchez joins FOX 11 Los Angeles to preview NFL opening weekend.
Sanchez will be on the call for the Los Angeles Rams vs Seattle Seahawks matchup.
We also discussed USC's current football team with the Trojan legend.
This is a segment from FOX 11 Los Angeles' News at 6P.
- Title
- California AG Rob Bonta Wins in Court Regarding Transgender Youth
- Runtime
- 5:27
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- California Attorney General Rob Bonta won a temporary restraining order against the Chino Valley Unified School District.
The district wanted to notify parents if their kids identified as trans.
Bonta says the policy was "discriminatory, dangerous, and unlawful."
He says the constitutional rights of trans kids are being violated.
Bonta joined us on the FOX 11 News at 6PM.
- Title
- Full Interview: CA Senate Leader Toni Atkins
- Runtime
- 15:00
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Sen. Toni Atkins (D-San Diego) has led the California Senate since 2018. Early in 2025, she'll hand over the reins to her deputy, Sen. Mike McGuire.
In the meantime, she's advocating aggressively for the BRIDGE Act, which would create an educational campaign in other states about tolerance.
We also discuss Atkins' past, present, and future...and her love for Dolly Parton...in this extended interview from "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson."
Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
- Title
- The Issue Is: Bob Shrum, Melanie Mason, Sen. Toni Atkins (Full Episode)
- Runtime
- 22:02
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Political strategist Bob Shrum and Politico's Melanie Mason weigh in on the GOP primary, Pres. Biden's 2024 chances, Gov. Newsom's future and more.
Then, California Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins on her transition out of Senate leadership, her upbringing, the BRIDGE Act, and her love of Dolly Parton.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
- Title
- Steve Hilton's Plan to Fix California
- Runtime
- 6:02
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- FOX News contributor Steve Hilton formed "Golden Together" to tackle California's most vexing problems from a non-partisan perspective.
He joined Elex Michaelson on "The Issue Is:" to discuss his plan ahead.
- Title
- Karine Jean-Pierre on Major Changes to Medicare
- Runtime
- 5:40
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre discusses the Biden Administration's moves to lower the costs of prescription drugs.
- Title
- Full Interview: LA Mayor Karen Bass (with Elex Michaelson)
- Runtime
- 14:58
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass sits down for an exclusive and extended conversation on "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson."
We discuss her efforts to combat homelessness, changes coming to mental healthcare, retail crime theft, police hiring, Donald Trump's mugshot, working with female leadership and more.
"The Issue Is:" is California statewide political show.
Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
Connect with Elex in social media:
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- Title
- The Issue Is: Mayor Karen Bass & Steve Hilton
- Runtime
- 22:04
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass talks homelessness, crime, retail theft, the summer of strikes, Fmr. President Trump, Tropical Storm Hilary, female leadership & more.
FOX News contributor Steve Hilton discusses his new effort, "Golden Together," Trump's legal issues, the Republican field and more.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
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- Title
- Vivek Ramaswamy’s Dominant Debate #gopdebate #response #vivek #vivekramaswamy #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Title
- Reggie Bush is SUING the NCAA
- Runtime
- 2:58
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Reggie Bush is suing the NCAA for defamation.
The USC football legend says he was never involved in a "pay for play" scheme and its wrong for the NCAA to suggest he was.
Bush is fighting to get his Heisman Trophy back and is represented by attorneys Benjamin Crump and Levi McCathern.
This story first aired on the FOX 11 Los Angeles News at 5PM.
- Title
- Larry Elder: "Trust Me, I Will Be on the Debate Stage!"
- Runtime
- 3:46
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- @LarryElderSage is confident he WILL be on the #GOPDebate stage, even though the RNC says he didn’t qualify.
Elder says a poll from Rasmussen should put him over the top…the RNC says they don’t sanction that poll. Larry is suing to be included.
This is an interview from the @Foxla News at 6PM.
- Title
- What's Next for X? Jon Youshaei on Elon Musk's Missteps
- Runtime
- 2:56
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- @youshaei joins @Foxla to discuss Elon Musk's vision for Twitter...now X...and the challenges in making that a reality.
He discusses some of the changes to the app and increased competition from Threads.
This is a clip from the FOX 11 News at 6P.
- Title
- What Happened with Hilary?
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- As we predicted, certain areas including the Coachella Valley were especially hard hit. Much of Los Angeles fared much better. No doubt, it helped rescue crews that most people stayed home on this Sunday and weren’t out on the roads. It was CA’s first tropical storm in over 80 years and shattered rainfall records for August #hilary #storm #stormdamage #response #elexmichaelson
- Title
- Latest on Hilary’s Path
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Latest on Hilary: It looks like the Inland Empire & desert communities are likely to get hit the hardest. They could get 4-8 inches of rain in a day. All of Southern California is expected to see heavy rain throughout Sunday. Stay inside if you can. Please be safe.
- Title
- Bret Baier on Trump, the Republican Debate & Fatherhood
- Runtime
- 8:49
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Bret Baier talks about the upcoming GOP debate, interviewing Trump, fatherhood and more.
- Title
- Full Interview: Vivek Ramaswamy is Surging (with Elex Michaelson)
- Runtime
- 17:44
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Vivek Ramaswamy sits down with Elex Michaelson at the Nixon Library in Yorba Linda.
- Title
- The Issue Is: Vivek Ramaswamy & Bret Baier
- Runtime
- 22:00
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- This week on "The Issue Is," Elex Michaelson looks ahead to the 2024 Presidential election.
First, Michaelson sits down with Republican Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Ramaswamy, a 38-year-old father-of-two who graduated from Harvard and Yale before making a fortune in biotech, has been surging in the polls, now placing as high as second place, behind only former President Donald Trump. In a wide-ranging conversation, Ramaswamy discusses his reason for entering the race, his relationship with Trump, new attacks from his primary rivals, his foreign policy agenda, his plan to shutdown the FBI, fatherhood, and much more.
Next, Michaelson is joined by FOX News anchor Bret Baier. Next week, Baier and Martha MacCallum will moderate the first GOP Primary Debate, taking place in the battleground state of Wisconsin. Baier previews the highly anticipated event, this, as questions still linger if Trump will take the stage alongside seven of his primary challenger...
- Title
- Full Interview: Mayor Karen Bass on Retail Theft
- Runtime
- 8:02
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass put together a multi-agency task force to tackle retail theft.
We discussed the approach during this interview with FOX 11 Los Angeles.
- Title
- VP Harris' Press Secretary Kirsten Allen
- Runtime
- 4:29
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Kirsten Allen is press secretary for Vice President Kamala Harris. She's traveled the country with her talking about the administration's top priorities.
She joined us live on the FOX 11 News at 6PM to discuss Harris' agenda and what happens behind the scenes.
- Title
- Rick Caruso's Response to LA Crime
- Runtime
- 6:12
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Rick Caruso reacts to a recent string of smash and grab thefts at retail establishments, including his own.
Caruso wants to see city and county leaders enforce the laws more, change Prop. 47, start requiring bail and investing more in the community.
Caruso also remembered his friend and supporter, Clarence Avant, in this live interview from the FOX 11 News at 6PM.
- Title
- Fight Over Federal Firefighter Pay
- Runtime
- 2:09
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Some federal fire crews could see a 50% pay cut by Oct. if Congress doesn't act
House Democrats want to make permanent a temporary raise they received in President Biden's bipartisan infrastructure bill
Rep. Pete Aguilar, the chair of House Democrats, told me: "this is a no brainer...we hope House Republicans value federal wildland firefighters."
We spoke in San Bernardino where county fire crews are concerned about the domino effect if federal firefighters see this pay cut.
- Title
- The Issue Is: Tony Thurmond & Katie Couric (Full Episode)
- Runtime
- 22:04
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- California's Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond discusses ethnic studies, LGBTQ issues, California's curriculum, COVID's impact on education, his upbringing and more.
Katie Couric discusses her efforts to Stand Up to Cancer, Taylor Swift, the Barbie movie and some of her personal favorites.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show.
Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
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- Title
- Superintendent Tony Thurmond on California's Curriculum (Full Interview with Elex Michaelson)
- Runtime
- 19:39
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Tony Thurmond is California's Superintendent of Public Instruction.
This is his full interview on "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson."
He discusses California's ethnic studies mandate, discussing transgenderism in school, book bans, and lessons learned from COVID.
Thurmond also talks about his unique upbringing and his potential run for Governor.
"The Issue Is:" is California's statewide political show. Watch complete episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
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- Title
- Katie Couric Stands Up to Cancer & Speaks Up for Women (Interview with Elex Michaelson)
- Runtime
- 8:50
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- @KatieCouric is co-founder of @SU2C, which is returning as a telecast on Saturday August 19th.
We talk with her about the formation of that organization, what's new and exciting in their research world and her own experiences with cancer.
Plus, we have some fun discussing Taylor Swift, the Barbie movie, and some of her cultural favorites.
"The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson" is California's statewide political show. Watch more episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com
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- Title
- 50 First Dates with Republicans
- Runtime
- 6:01
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- After serving as one of President Donald Trump's top aides, John McEntee decided to launch a dating app for conservatives called "The Right Stuff."
To promote it, McEntee is in the middle of going on 50 first dates with 50 different conservative women.
He discussed it on the FOX 11 News at 6PM.
- Title
- Anthony Muñoz: Hall of Famer Off the Field (From "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson")
- Runtime
- 5:53
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Anthony Muñoz comes from humble beginnings. His mother raised 5 kids on her own, his father was behind bars, and they had very little money.
He was often injured while playing at USC and there were plenty of skeptics.
He'd go one to have a Hall of Fame career in the NFL playing for the Bengals.
But, it's his off the field work that may be the most impressive.
23 years ago, he formed the Muñoz Foundation to help kids. To date, they've helped over 55,000 of them.
We caught up with him at the Juju Foundation Trojan Legends Luau, where he was a guest speaker along with Marqise Lee.
Watch their panel discussion here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mONCs6LSLE&t=811s
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- Title
- Juju Helping Kids (From "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson"
- Runtime
- 9:44
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- As a kid, Juju Smith-Schuster lived in a garage, couldn't afford new cleats or to attend football camp.
As an adult playing in the NFL, Juju hosts football camps across the country. As an avid video gamer, he also hosts video game camps.
We spoke to him at the Juju Foundation Trojan Legends Luau at Terranea in Ranch Palos Verdes.
This is an interview from "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson," California's statewide interview show. Watch more at TheIssueIsShow.com
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- Title
- "Bigger Than Me": A Children's Book About the Kershaw Family
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A new children's book called "Bigger Than Me" is about the Kershaw Family ⚾️
It's written by Ann Higginbottom, executive dir. of Kershaw's Challenge.
She writes about her nephew Charley Kershaw and his relationship with his dad, Clayton.
She invites readers to think about "what you love & how can you take what you love to make others part of it?"
The book is available on Amazon & at Dodger Stadium.
This is a segment from "The Issue Is: with Elex Michaelson." Watch full episodes at TheIssueIsShow.com

