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Media Grapples with Coverage of Man Setting Himself On Fire Outside Trump Trial Courthouse

Apr 20, 2024

The live video footage capturing a disturbing incident outside the Manhattan courthouse, where former President Donald Trump is undergoing trial, presented a significant challenge for news organizations as they navigated the ethical implications of broadcasting such graphic content to their audiences. CNN, Fox News Channel, MSNBC, and other news agencies found themselves thrust into the…
Right-Wing Duo Slapped with $1.25M Fine for Robocall Voter Suppression Targeting Black Voters In NY

Apr 13, 2024

Two right-wing political operatives, Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman, faced the brunt of legal consequences as a federal court ordered them to pay a substantial fine of $1.25 million for orchestrating a robocall campaign aimed at suppressing Black voters in New York. New York State Attorney General Letitia James announced the verdict on Tuesday, marking…
U.S. Supreme Court to Deliberate Government’s Role in Combatting Social Media Disinformation

Mar 18, 2024

The Supreme Court is poised to engage in a pivotal debate over the extent of the White House’s authority in tackling misinformation on social media platforms, with implications that stretch beyond the realms of online discourse to matters of public health and democracy. For professionals like Dr. Eileen Barrett, Chair of the Board of Regents…

Media Grapples with Coverage of Man Setting Himself On Fire Outside Trump Trial Courthouse