Category: media_bias
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Ties Record Measles Spread to America's Trust Crisis
Newsweek reports 3,294 confirmed U.S. measles cases in 2026, already surpassing all of 2025, and links the outbreak to declining public trust in institutions.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentMediaUSAMedical ScienceGeneral PoliticsMedia BiasSocial Issues measles outbreakpublic trustNewsweekSeptember 11 anniversaryDonald TrumpJennifer H. Cunningham
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Media Monitor: Poynter Report Criticizes ESPN's Ted Cruz Interview on 'College GameDay'
Poynter's media newsletter says ESPN's "College GameDay" gave Sen. Ted Cruz nearly 10 minutes to back the Protect College Sports Act, drawing accusations of one-sided advocacy.
MediaSportPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentMedia BiasMedia CrisisCongressFederal GovernmentFilm and TVElection ESPNCollege GameDayTed CruzProtect College Sports Act60 MinutesDonald TrumpAssociated PressPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Lead Stories Debunks Altered Video of Trump and 'Trump 2028' Hat in Oval Office
Lead Stories reports a viral video showing President Donald Trump unveiling a framed "Trump 2028" hat in the Oval Office was digitally altered, and the original Fox News footage showed the Declaration of Independence.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyUSAMedia BiasArtificial IntelligenceWhite HouseGeneral Politics Lead StoriesDonald TrumpTrump 2028 hatOval OfficeFox Newsfact check
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11 With Ground Zero Tour and Reflection on Memory
Newsweek's The 1600 newsletter commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11, featuring an exclusive walking tour of Ground Zero's remaining scars and reflections on how the attacks are remembered.
MediaWorldConflictMiddle EastMilitarySocial IssuesMedia Bias September 11 attacksNewsweekGround Zero9/11 MuseumRick RescorlaWelles CrowtherOsama bin Laden
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Media Monitor: FactCheck.org Reviews Trump's Midterm Convention Speech and Senate Race Ads
FactCheck.org is reporting that President Donald Trump made unsubstantiated claims about tariff revenue and a $5,000 dividend at the Republican midterm convention, and it flagged misleading ads in Georgia and Ohio Senate races.
Politics and GovernmentMediaUSAElectionCongressRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyMedia BiasSocial Issues FactCheck.orgDonald TrumpRepublican midterm conventionJon OssoffMike CollinsJon HustedMeta community notes
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact fact-checks Vance, RFK Jr. and Trump claims at GOP midterm convention
PolitiFact reports on Republican midterm convention fact-checks, including a False rating for RFK Jr.'s "sickest children" claim and scrutiny of Trump's $5,000 dividend promise.
Politics and GovernmentMediaHealthUSARepublican PartyElectionFederal GovernmentMedia BiasLegal PolitiFactJD VanceRepublican midterm conventionRobert F. Kennedy Jr.Charlie KirkTucker CarlsonDonald TrumpPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Media Monitor: Poynter Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11, Reports Kimmel Interview Pulled From TV and Major McClatchy Layoffs
Poynter rounds up 25th-anniversary 9/11 coverage and polling, reports Jimmy Kimmel moved a Senate candidate interview to YouTube over FCC concerns, and details sweeping McClatchy newsroom cuts.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentUSAMedia BiasFederal GovernmentElectionDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVEmployment and Labor 9/11 25th anniversaryPoynterJimmy KimmelJames TalaricoMcClatchy layoffsMiami HeraldBarry MelrosePoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports Trump Pledge of $5,000 Payments, Marks Kirk Anniversary
Newsweek reports President Donald Trump is promising $5,000 payments to voters ahead of November's midterms, funded by tariffs, and marks one year since Charlie Kirk's assassination at Utah Valley University.
Politics and GovernmentMediaLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyElectionMedia BiasLegal Donald TrumpJD VanceRepublican National CommitteeCharlie KirkTurning Point USAtariffsPoliticsNewsweek
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Media Monitor: '60 Minutes' Overhaul, Toledo Blade Closure, MS NOW Launch, Trump's 9/11 Claims
Poynter reports on significant changes at "60 Minutes" ahead of its season premiere, the potential closure of The Toledo Blade, the launch of MS NOW's new membership, and President Trump's disputed 9/11 claims.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyDigital and Print PublishingArtificial IntelligenceGeneral PoliticsMedia BiasMilitaryEducation 60 MinutesToledo BladeMS NOWDonald Trump9/11 AttacksMedia IndustryJournalismTom Jones I Poynter
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Media Monitor: Trump targets NBC moderator, Texas Senate race tightens, AOC shares fertility journey
USA TODAY reports President Trump's intent to report NBC's Kristen Welker to the FCC, Texas AG Ken Paxton's tight Senate race, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's public egg-freezing journey.
Politics and GovernmentMediaDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsElectionMedia Bias Donald TrumpKristen WelkerFCCTexas Senate raceKen PaxtonAlexandria Ocasio-CortezPoliticsUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics
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California Governor Newsom Challenges Economic Narratives, Citing State's Dominance
Governor Gavin Newsom highlights California's economic strength, presenting data on surging GDP, job creation, and innovation. He challenges "tired right-wing narratives," asserting the state's leadership in key industries and its role as a global economic powerhouse.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborMedia BiasComputers and Internet CaliforniaGavin NewsomEconomic GrowthInnovationJob CreationManufacturingCalifornia Governors Office
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Media Monitor: Jennings Eyed for Press Secretary, "60 Minutes" Revives Commentary, Columnist Resigns Over Transgender Sports Piece
Poynter reports on speculation surrounding Scott Jennings as the next White House press secretary, the potential return of a commentary segment to "60 Minutes," and a Seattle Times columnist's resignation over a spiked piece on transgender athletes.
Politics and GovernmentMediaSportGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVSocial IssuesMedia Bias Scott JenningsWhite House Press SecretaryDonald Trump60 MinutesMatt CalkinsTransgender SportsJournalismPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: France 24 Reports on Iran's Propaganda, Vietnam's Climate Adaptation, and Middle East Tensions
France 24 reports on Iran's visual propaganda in its conflict with the U.S., Vietnam's Hmong people adapting to climate change, Israeli troop movements in Lebanon, and a new pact involving Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan.
ConflictPolitics and GovernmentMediaWorldMiddle EastMilitaryGeneral PoliticsMedia BiasIran PropagandaVietnamClimate CrisisWomen's Tour de FranceFrance 24
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Media Monitor: Sierra Club urges media outlets to boost climate change reporting amid extreme weather
The Sierra Club is calling on major news outlets to increase and prioritize climate change reporting, citing widespread extreme weather impacts and a perceived lack of media coverage connecting events to climate change.
MediaScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentHealthClimate ChangeEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsMedia BiasGeneral Weather Sierra ClubExtreme WeatherMedia ReportingWildfire SmokeHeat WavesDonald Trump
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Media Monitor: Ellison Addresses CNN Concerns Amid Paramount-WBD Merger Scrutiny; Rodgers Criticizes ESPN
Poynter reports on Paramount CEO David Ellison's defense of the Warner Bros. Discovery merger and CNN's future, alongside criticisms of his silence on CBS News issues. The antitrust trial date is set for March. Aaron Rodgers' controversial ESPN appearance and…
MediaBusinessPolitics and GovernmentSportMedia BiasLegalEconomySocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print Publishing ParamountWarner Bros. DiscoveryDavid EllisonCNNAntitrustAaron RodgersWNBAPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Savannah Guthrie Pleads for Mother; WHCA Dinner Criticized; CBS News Accused of Bias
Poynter is reporting on Savannah Guthrie's emotional plea for her missing mother, criticism of the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, and former "60 Minutes" correspondent Cecilia Vega's claims of political bias at CBS News.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessDigital and Print PublishingMedia CrisisMedia BiasFederal GovernmentLegal Savannah GuthrieNancy GuthrieWhite House Correspondents' AssociationDonald TrumpJournalismMedia IndustryBuzzFeed LayoffsPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Poynter Reports on New Health Fact-Checking Initiative, Trump Speech Coverage, and World Cup Success
Poynter is reporting on PolitiFact's new "Well Informed" initiative to combat health misinformation, media reactions to President Donald Trump's election integrity speech, and record viewership for the World Cup.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentHealthSportDigital and Print PublishingGeneral PoliticsMedical ScienceElectionMedia Bias PolitiFactWell InformedHealth misinformationSocial mediaDonald TrumpElection integrityWorld CupPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Promotes Membership, Editorial Stance
Newsweek is promoting a limited-time membership offer, inviting readers to support its independent journalism and access exclusive content.
MediaBusinessDigital and Print PublishingMedia Bias NewsweekmembershipjournalismsubscriptionpromotionSummer Reading SaleJennifer H. CunninghamNewsweek Editor-in-Chief
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Promotes Summer Subscription Offer
Newsweek Editor-in-Chief Jennifer H. Cunningham is promoting a summer subscription sale, offering unlimited access to its journalism for a discounted rate.
MediaBusinessDigital and Print PublishingEconomyMedia BiasSocial Issues NewsweekJennifer H. CunninghamSubscriptionJournalismSummer SaleIndependent JournalismNewsweek Editor-in-Chief
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Media Monitor: Networks Weigh Airing Trump's Election Address, McConnell Photo Scrutinized, Cartoonist Pat Oliphant Dies
Poynter reports on media outlets' dilemma over airing President Trump's address on 2020 election claims, scrutiny of a Mitch McConnell photo, and the death of cartoonist Pat Oliphant.
Politics and GovernmentMediaScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseElectionDigital and Print PublishingArtificial IntelligenceMedia Bias Donald TrumpPresidential Address2020 ElectionMitch McConnellPat OliphantPolitical CartoonistMedia EthicsPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact examines birth tourism, fact-checks political claims, and debunks earthquake videos
PolitiFact is reporting on the debate surrounding birth tourism, fact-checking claims by politicians like Donald Trump, Susan Collins, and Jon Ossoff, and debunking misleading social media videos related to Venezuela earthquakes.
Politics and GovernmentMediaLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyElectionMedia Bias Birthright CitizenshipFact-checkingDonald TrumpSupreme CourtVenezuela EarthquakesHousing PolicyPolitical PromisesPolitiFact
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Tests AI Chatbots for Political Leanings
The Washington Post reports on its testing of AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini, revealing that these tools exhibit varying political leanings when answering political questions.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMediaArtificial IntelligenceGeneral PoliticsMedia Bias ChatGPTGeminiAIChatbotsPolitical LeaningsBiasTechnologyThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Bezos called Washington Post "worst investment," Trump settled defamation suit for $16 million
Poynter is reporting on revelations from an upcoming book about the Trump administration, including Jeff Bezos' frustrations with The Washington Post and a significant defamation settlement.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVMedia BiasLegal Jeff BezosThe Washington PostDonald TrumpRegime ChangeMedia IndustryJournalismPolitical NewsPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Poynter Reports on "60 Minutes" Overhaul and Knicks' NBA Finals Run
Poynter is reporting on significant changes at CBS News' "60 Minutes," including firings and accusations of political influence, alongside the New York Knicks' historic NBA Finals comeback and high television ratings.
MediaSportPolitics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsMedia CrisisMedia BiasFilm and TVEconomyEducation 60 MinutesCBS NewsBari WeissNew York KnicksNBA FinalsTelevision NewsBasketballPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Pelley Accuses CBS News Leadership of Bias; Trump Walks Out of "Meet the Press" Interview
Poynter reports on Scott Pelley's accusations against CBS News leadership, President Trump's abrupt exit from a "Meet the Press" interview, and the extensive World Cup coverage planned by The Athletic.
Politics and GovernmentMediaSportGeneral PoliticsElectionMedia CrisisMedia BiasFilm and TVSocial Issues Scott PelleyCBS NewsDonald TrumpMeet the PressJournalismWorld CupMedia IndustryPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: CBS News Fires Scott Pelley Amid "60 Minutes" Turmoil; Trump Attacks CNN Reporter
Poynter is reporting significant upheaval at CBS News, including the firing of Scott Pelley from "60 Minutes" and allegations of political bias, alongside President Donald Trump's verbal attack on CNN's Kaitlan Collins.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyMedia CrisisMedia BiasGeneral PoliticsArtificial IntelligenceEducationDigital and Print Publishing CBS News60 MinutesScott PelleyBari WeissDonald TrumpKaitlan CollinsJournalismPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Students for Trump Co-Founder Arrested; Trump Posts on Truth Social
Crooks and Liars is reporting on the arrest of Students for Trump co-founder Ryan Fournier, Donald Trump's Truth Social posts about Jill Biden, and other political and legal developments.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentRepublican PartyMedia BiasLegal Ryan FournierStudents for TrumpDomestic ViolenceDonald TrumpJill BidenSamuel AlitoOffshore WindCrooks and Liars
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Media Monitor: Paramount defends Bari Weiss's role at CBS News; Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s absence draws scrutiny; Author admits to AI-generated quotes
Poynter reports Paramount's defense of Bari Weiss's role at CBS News, scrutiny over Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s absence, and an author's admission of AI-generated quotes in his book.
MediaBusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyDigital and Print PublishingComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentEconomyMedia BiasFilm and TV Bari WeissCBS NewsParamountTom Kean Jr.Artificial IntelligenceBill BelichickMedia AwardsPoynter.org
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Governor Newsom Unveils "California Derangement Syndrome" Cure, Citing State's Progress
Governor Gavin Newsom launched an effort to cure "California Derangement Syndrome," countering misinformation with data on homelessness, crime, population growth, taxes, and economic success, while also addressing gas prices and fiscal responsibility.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEducationSocial IssuesMedia Bias CaliforniaGavin NewsomCalifornia Derangement SyndromeMisinformationPublic PolicyCalifornia Governors Office
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Honduran Murder Fugitive Arrested by ICE in New Jersey
ICE officers in New Jersey have arrested a Honduran national wanted on an international warrant for murder. The Department of Homeland Security highlighted the arrest while criticizing media portrayals of 'non-criminal' illegal aliens.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaFederal GovernmentLegalLatin AmericaGeneral PoliticsMedia BiasHonduras ICEFredy Alexander Lopez LaraNew JerseyFugitiveImmigrationU.S. Department of Homeland Security