Trump Targets Media Subscription Payments Amidst Claims of Bias
President Trump continues to attack media subscriptions, claiming they prop up biased reporting, while outlets defend their practices amid controversy.
BREAKING: Trump ends ‘every single media contract’ at the GSA
The Post Millennial
Overview
President Trump has intensified his criticism of federal payments to media outlets, labeling them potential 'scandals.' Specifically targeting subscriptions, he cited claims that Politico received over $8 million in government funding, asserting without evidence that this contributes to biased journalism. The White House's directive to terminate all media contracts has stoked further outrage from free press advocates. In response, Politico clarified that their subscriptions are obtained through standard procurement processes and denied any financial dependence on government funding. Additionally, outlets like The New York Times and AP defended their practices amidst Trump's media blitz, highlighting long-standing relationships with government agencies.
Content generated by AI—learn more or report issue.
Get both sides in 5 minutes with our daily newsletter.
Analysis
Analysis unavailable for this viewpoint.
Articles (7)
Center (4)
No highlight available for this article.
Straight Arrow News·5M·No highlight available for this article.
ABC News·5M·No highlight available for this article.
ABC News·5M·No highlight available for this article.
Axios·5M·History
- 5M
3 articles