Laura Ingraham is a prominent conservative voice in American media. She currently hosts "The Ingraham Angle" on Fox News Channel, a position she's held since 2017. In addition to her television work, she serves as editor-in-chief of LifeZette, a news and commentary website. Prior to her current roles, Ingraham gained national recognition as the host of "The Laura Ingraham Show," a syndicated radio program. Her career has established her as a significant figure in conservative media and political commentary.
June 19, 1963: Laura Ingraham Born
Laura Anne Ingraham was born on June 19, 1963.
1981: Ingraham Graduates High School
In 1981, Laura Ingraham graduated from Glastonbury High School.
1984: Ingraham Publishes Controversial Article
While editor-in-chief of The Dartmouth Review in 1984, Ingraham published a controversial article including the names of attendees of a Gay Students Association meeting, despite an oath of confidentiality.
1985: Ingraham Graduates from Dartmouth
Laura Ingraham graduated from Dartmouth College in 1985 with a Bachelor of Arts in English literature and Russian.
1991: Ingraham Clerks for Judge Winter
After graduating from law school, in 1991, Ingraham clerked for Judge Ralph K. Winter Jr. of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
1991: Ingraham Graduates from Law School
In 1991, Laura Ingraham earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Virginia School of Law.
1991: Ingraham Earns Law Degree
Laura Ingraham graduated with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Virginia in 1991.
1992: Ingraham Clerks for Justice Thomas
From 1992 to 1993, Ingraham served as a law clerk for Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
1993: Ingraham Works at Skadden Arps
After clerking, in 1993, Ingraham began working as an attorney at the law firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.
1995: Ingraham on New York Times Magazine Cover
In 1995, Laura Ingraham appeared on the cover of The New York Times Magazine for a story about young conservatives.
1996: Dark Ages Weekend Organized
In 1996, Ingraham and Jay P. Lefkowitz organized the first Dark Ages Weekend.
1996: Ingraham Starts at MSNBC
Laura Ingraham's cable television hosting career began in 1996 on MSNBC.
1997: Ingraham Discusses Views on Homosexuality
In 1997, Ingraham wrote an essay in The Washington Post discussing her views on homosexuality, mentioning her gay brother, Curtis, and his partner's struggle with AIDS.
April 2001: The Laura Ingraham Show Launches
The Laura Ingraham Show launched in April 2001.
2003: Ingraham Advocates for Iraq Invasion
Laura Ingraham supported the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
2003: Ingraham Publishes "Shut Up & Sing"
Laura Ingraham published her book "Shut Up & Sing" in 2003.
2004: Ingraham's Show Moves to Talk Radio Network
In 2004, The Laura Ingraham Show switched syndication to Talk Radio Network.
April 2005: Breast Cancer Treatment
In April 2005, Ingraham publicly revealed that she had undergone treatment for breast cancer.
2008: Ingraham's Fox News Trial Run
In 2008, Fox News Channel gave Ingraham a three-week trial run for a potential new show called "Just In".
2008: Adoption of Maria from Guatemala
Ingraham adopted her first child, Maria, from Guatemala in 2008.
2009: Adoption of Michael Dmitri from Russia
In 2009, Ingraham adopted her second child, a boy named Michael Dmitri, from Russia.
2011: Adoption of Nikolai Peter from Russia
Ingraham adopted her third child, a son named Nikolai Peter, from Russia in 2011.
November 2012: Ingraham Leaves Talk Radio Network
In November 2012, Ingraham announced her departure from Talk Radio Network.
January 2, 2013: Ingraham's New Syndicated Radio Show
Ingraham's new syndicated radio program, distributed by Courtside Entertainment Group, started airing on January 2, 2013.
2013: Ingraham Opposes Immigration Reform
Laura Ingraham opposed the proposed bipartisan 2013 US Senate comprehensive immigration reform plan.
September 2014: Ingraham's Ebola Claim
In September 2014, Ingraham claimed President Obama's aid to Africa during the Ebola outbreak exposed Americans to the virus due to guilt over colonialism.
2014: Ingraham Criticizes Politicians on Immigration
In 2014, Ingraham criticized Eric Cantor and Renee Ellmers for their stances on immigration reform, denouncing increased immigrant workers and pathways to citizenship.
2015: LifeZette Founded
LifeZette, a conservative American website, was founded by Laura Ingraham and Peter Anthony in 2015.
2016: Ingraham Supports Trump at RNC
In 2016, after Trump secured the Republican nomination, Ingraham voiced her support during her speech at the Republican National Convention.
September 2017: Ingraham Criticizes Trump's Potential DREAMer Amnesty Deal
In September 2017, Laura Ingraham publicly criticized then-President Donald Trump's consideration of an amnesty agreement for DREAMers, arguing that the American working class deserved similar consideration given their stagnant wages and challenges with public education.
October 2017: The Ingraham Angle Premieres
Laura Ingraham's show, The Ingraham Angle, premiered on Fox News Channel in October 2017.
October 2017: The Ingraham Angle Premieres
On October 2017, Laura Ingraham began hosting The Ingraham Angle on Fox News Channel.
January 2018: Ingraham Sells LifeZette Stake
Ingraham confirmed the sale of her majority stake in LifeZette to The Katz Group in January 2018.
February 2018: Ingraham Tells NBA Players to "Shut Up and Dribble"
In February 2018, Ingraham sparked controversy by telling LeBron James and Kevin Durant to "shut up and dribble" after they criticized President Trump. She defended her comments by citing her 2003 book, "Shut Up & Sing," and previous instances where she told performers to avoid political commentary.
February 2018: Warning to Trump Against Gun Control
In February 2018, following the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, Ingraham cautioned President Trump against supporting gun control measures, suggesting it could impact his 2020 campaign.
March 2018: Boycott of Ingraham's Show
In March 2018, Ingraham's show faced a boycott from 27 sponsors after she mocked David Hogg, a student survivor of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. Hogg initiated a boycott, leading to a significant drop in advertising time, though the show later experienced a surge in ratings upon Ingraham's return.
June 18, 2018: Ingraham Compares Child Detention Centers to "Summer Camps"
On June 18, 2018, Laura Ingraham defended the Trump administration's family separation policy, comparing child detention facilities to "summer camps" and "boarding schools." She dismissed criticism as "faux liberal outrage."
July 2018: Ingraham Criticizes Congressman Yoder
In July 2018, Ingraham strongly criticized Republican Congressman Kevin Yoder for supporting a Democratic bill that opposed Attorney General Jeff Sessions' order restricting asylum for those fleeing domestic abuse or gang violence. She accused Yoder of "selling out the Trump agenda."
August 9, 2018: Ingraham Clarifies Comments on Demographics
On August 9, 2018, following criticism, Ingraham clarified her previous statements on demographics, asserting that her concerns were not about race but about respect for the rule of law and the Constitution.
August 2018: Ingraham Comments on Changing Demographics
In August 2018, Ingraham expressed concern over changing demographics in the United States, attributing the shifts to immigration policies.
October 2018: Continued Boycott Despite Ratings Increase
By October 2018, despite a post-boycott increase in ratings, several companies continued to abstain from advertising on Ingraham's show.
October 2018: Ingraham Urges Voters to Support Republicans
In October 2018, Ingraham encouraged her audience to vote Republican in the midterm elections, claiming Democrats aimed to replace American voters with amnestied citizens and chain migrants.
December 2018: Ingraham's Radio Show Ends
Laura Ingraham's radio show concluded in December 2018.
May 2019: Ingraham Highlights Censorship on Social Media
In May 2019, Ingraham presented a graphic on her show depicting individuals censored on social media, including Paul Nehlen, known for anti-Semitic remarks.
June 2019: Ingraham Dismisses Reports of Trump Delaying D-Day Events
In June 2019, Ingraham denied reports that Trump delayed D-Day commemoration activities for an interview with her, despite Trump's own confirmation.
June 2019: Ingraham Spreads Unsubstantiated Ebola Claims
In June 2019, Ingraham disseminated unverified claims about asylum seekers potentially carrying the Ebola virus.
August 2019: Ingraham Condemns China's Human Rights Violations
In August 2019, Ingraham condemned China's human rights abuses, particularly the Xinjiang internment camps.
2019: Promotion of Hydroxychloroquine and Criticism of Vaccine Legitimacy
During 2019 and into the COVID-19 pandemic, Ingraham frequently questioned the legitimacy of vaccines and actively promoted the use of hydroxychloroquine as a COVID-19 treatment, despite lacking scientific evidence.
May 2020: Criticism of Face Mask Requirements
In May 2020, Ingraham publicly criticized mandates requiring people to wear face masks in public as a measure to control the spread of the coronavirus.
June 15, 2020: FDA Revokes Emergency Approval of Hydroxychloroquine
On June 15, 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) revoked the emergency approval of hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine for the treatment of COVID-19, citing potential risks that outweigh the benefits. Laura Ingraham had previously promoted the drug as a "miracle drug" on her show.
October 2020: Spread of Misinformation about New Zealand's Pandemic Response
During October 2020, on her show, Ingraham and guest Victor Davis Hanson disseminated false information about New Zealand's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, inaccurately describing their managed isolation facilities as "camps".
2020: Ingraham's Inconsistent Stance on Athlete Protests
In 2020, Ingraham faced criticism for supporting Drew Brees' criticism of kneeling protests during the national anthem, despite previously condemning similar comments from LeBron James and Kevin Durant, raising questions of double standards based on race.
2020: Warning to Trump Against Gun Control
Ingraham cautioned President Trump against embracing gun control measures after his remarks on the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting.
January 6, 2021: Ingraham Texts Meadows During Capitol Attack
On January 6, 2021, Ingraham texted Mark Meadows urging Trump to tell his supporters to leave the Capitol. However, she later downplayed the involvement of Trump supporters on her show.
July 27, 2021: Ingraham Ridicules Capitol Police Testimony
On July 27, 2021, Ingraham mocked the testimony of Capitol Police officers who responded to the January 6th insurrection.
2021: Ingraham Suggests Eliminating Unemployment Benefits
In 2021, Ingraham advocated for the removal of unemployment benefits for those capable of working.
September 2022: Ingraham Criticizes Student Loan Forgiveness Program
In September 2022, Ingraham criticized the Biden administration's student loan forgiveness program, citing her mother's sacrifices to pay for Ingraham's education. This sparked criticism due to her own lucrative career.
2022: Ingraham Criticizes Mar-a-Lago Search
In 2022, Ingraham criticized the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago but suggested Republicans might consider a different candidate in 2024 if they could find someone with Trump's policies.
2024: Ingraham Suggests Republicans Look Beyond Trump
Ingraham hinted that Republicans might consider alternative candidates for the 2024 presidential election.