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Our Media Has Abdicated Its Duty to the Public
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September 8, 2025
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5:09Now PlayingOur Media Has Abdicated Its Duty to the Public
Hawk discusses the stark contrast in media coverage between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. During the first half of 2024, the press endlessly focused on Biden’s physical and cognitive health, with constant panels of medical experts and endless commentary. But after Biden’s withdrawal, the same scrutiny has all but disappeared when it comes to Trump.
Hawk highlights the lack of discussion around Trump’s visible health concerns, from his appearance to his erratic public behavior and his frequent rants on Truth Social. Despite glaring signs, mainstream outlets have avoided asking tough questions. Hawk argues this is not just a lapse but a full abdication of the press’s responsibility to the public.
The episode also touches on Trump’s history of pressuring major networks like ABC and CBS, the role of money and mergers in silencing criticism, and how powerful figures in media are shaping the coverage the public receives. Hawk focuses on how fear of retaliation has paralyzed major outlets and why this silence undermines the duty of a free press in a democracy.
This is a sharp look at politics, media responsibility, and the troubling double standards shaping current events.
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