Van Jones
Van Jones is an American attorney, author, and political commentator known for his work in social justice and criminal reform. He served as a special advisor to President Barack Obama on green jobs and has been a prominent advocate for prison reform, emphasizing the need for a more equitable justice system. Jones is also recognized for his insightful commentary on various news networks, where he often discusses issues related to race, politics, and justice. His recent praise for President Donald Trump's appointment of Alice Marie Johnson as 'pardon czar' reflects his commitment to bipartisan efforts in criminal justice reform.
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CNN political commentator Van Jones discussed the differing interpretations of video footage.
‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage
United States· 2026-01-25
Van Jones criticizes Democrats' strategy of releasing Epstein 'party pictures'.
‘I don’t think so": Rep. Jasmine Crockett claims House Republicans are more afraid of the president than their constituentsUnited States· 2025-12-15
Van Jones criticizes Democrats' strategy of releasing Epstein 'party pictures'.
With Obamacare subsidies set to expire, Sen. Cassidy says there is a deal to be madeUnited States· 2025-12-14
Van Jones criticizes Democrats' strategy of releasing Epstein 'party pictures'.
‘I locked eyes with him’: Teaching assistant recalls moment Brown University shooter entered his classroomUnited States· 2025-12-14Van Jones criticizes Democrats' strategy of releasing Epstein 'party pictures'.
Van Jones criticizes Democrats’ strategy of releasing Epstein ‘party pictures’United States· 2025-12-13
Van Jones criticized Mamdani's victory speech as sharp and combative.
Zohran Mamdani’s writer on crafting a historic victory speech: ‘In New York, inspiration is everywhere’ | Zohran Mamdani
United Kingdom· 2025-11-11
Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.' GOP pundit disagrees
Dad goes viral for starting food bank in his front yardUnited States· 2025-11-10
Van Jones comments on Trump voters having 'buyer's remorse.'
Senate moves to end shutdown. Here’s what’s nextUnited States· 2025-11-10Van Jones commented on Trump voters experiencing 'buyer's remorse.'
Comedians joke about Kentucky residents mistakenly trying to vote on Election DayUnited States· 2025-11-09
Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.'
Rep. Nancy Mace faces pushback after airport incidentUnited States· 2025-11-08
Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.'
Video: Trump hits back at criticism of the economy under his second administration: ‘We are the victors on affordability’United States· 2025-11-08Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.'
MTG criticizes shutdown as ‘a you-know-what measuring contest’ between men in leadershipUnited States· 2025-11-07
Van Jones accused Mamdani of a 'character switch' during an impassioned election-night address.
Charlamagne tells Van Jones to 'shut up' over Mamdani speech criticismUnited States· 2025-11-06
GOP pundit reacts to Mamdani speech: 'this was a wholesale defense of socialism'.
A total Trump rebuke. CNN breaks down the election resultsUnited States· 2025-11-06
Van Jones commented on Trump voters experiencing 'buyer's remorse.'
Video: Hear key question from Chief Justice John Roberts about Trump’s tariffsUnited States· 2025-11-06
CNN anchor Van Jones criticized New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's victory speech for its tone and character switch.
Van Jones criticizes Mamdani's victory speech as 'character switch'United States· 2025-11-05
CNN Senior Political Commentator Van Jones says Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral win shows 'buyer’s remorse' among Trump supporters.
Spanberger’s win gives Dems ‘an air of confidence’United States· 2025-11-05
Van Jones says Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral win shows 'buyer’s remorse' among Trump supporters.
Is the NJ governor victory a blueprint for Democrats?United States· 2025-11-05
CNN Senior Political Commentator Van Jones says Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral win shows 'buyer’s remorse' among Trump supporters and the Republican Party.
Analysis: What election results mean for TrumpUnited States· 2025-11-05
Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.'
Sen. Booker: GOP will ‘wake up’ after election resultsUnited States· 2025-11-05
Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.'
Van Jones says Trump voters have ‘buyer’s remorse.’ GOP pundit disagreesUnited States· 2025-11-05Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.' GOP pundit disagrees.
California Governor Newsom speaks after Prop 50 passesUnited States· 2025-11-05Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.'
Watch Zohran Mamdani’s full speech after NYC Mayor winUnited States· 2025-11-05Van Jones says Trump voters have 'buyer's remorse.'
GOP pundit react to Mamdani speech: ‘this was a wholesale defense of socialism’United States· 2025-11-05Van Jones is criticized for making an insensitive joke about dead Gaza babies.
We are told the ‘war’ against Gaza is finally ‘over’. Is it? | Arwa MahdawiUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-16
Van Jones was a guest on Bill Maher's show and applauded his comments.
Bill Maher says Kamala Harris memoir should be called, 'Everyone Sucks but Me'United States· 2025-10-05
CNN political commentator Van Jones shared his 'concern' about Democrats amid the government shutdown.
CNN's Van Jones shares 'concern' over Democratic government shutdown strategyUnited States· 2025-10-04
Van Jones shows the message Charlie Kirk sent him one day before he was killed.
ICE agent says injuries ‘nothing major’ in new bodycam videoUnited States· 2025-09-25
Van Jones reveals what Charlie Kirk messaged him one day before his assassination.
US blocks Iranian diplomats in US from shopping at CostcoUnited States· 2025-09-24
Van Jones reveals what Charlie Kirk messaged him one day before his assassination.
Amanpour on ‘extraordinary’ UN speech by TrumpUnited States· 2025-09-24