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Media Outlets Reject New Pentagon Press Access Rules
media-and-journalism4 months ago

Media Outlets Reject New Pentagon Press Access Rules

Major news outlets, including Fox News, ABC, CBS, NBC, and CNN, have rejected new Pentagon rules that restrict reporting and threaten journalistic protections, citing concerns over First Amendment rights and access to information. Only OANN has agreed to the rules. The dispute may lead to legal action, with critics arguing the policies undermine press independence and transparency.

"Media Outlets Unite to Push for Biden and Trump Presidential Debate Commitment in 2024"
politics1 year ago

"Media Outlets Unite to Push for Biden and Trump Presidential Debate Commitment in 2024"

Twelve news organizations have urged Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to participating in the three presidential and one vice presidential debates set by the Commission on Presidential Debates for the 2024 campaign. While Trump has indicated a willingness to debate, Biden has not committed, citing concerns about Trump's behavior. The Trump campaign has expressed willingness to debate anytime, anywhere, and any place, while also raising concerns about the fairness and impartiality of the debates. The news organizations emphasized the importance of debates in shaping the future of the nation and called for the candidates to publicly commit to participating.

"Major News Outlets Call on Biden and Trump to Commit to 2024 Presidential Debates"
politics1 year ago

"Major News Outlets Call on Biden and Trump to Commit to 2024 Presidential Debates"

Twelve news organizations are urging Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to participating in presidential debates during the 2024 campaign, emphasizing the importance of this tradition in American politics. While Trump has expressed willingness to debate, Biden has not made a firm commitment. The Trump campaign has indicated a willingness to debate anytime, anywhere, and any place, but has raised concerns about the fairness and timing of the debates. The Biden campaign declined to comment on the news organizations' letter. Television news ratings have declined, and there were no Democratic debates in this presidential cycle.

"Media Urges Biden and Trump to Commit to 2024 Election Debates"
politics1 year ago

"Media Urges Biden and Trump to Commit to 2024 Election Debates"

Twelve US news organizations are urging Joe Biden and Donald Trump to agree to TV debates ahead of the November presidential vote, emphasizing the importance of the candidates debating their visions for the nation before the American people. While Trump has expressed willingness to debate anytime, anywhere, Biden remains uncommitted, citing concerns about Trump's behavior. The news organizations are calling for both campaigns to publicly commit to participating in the three presidential and one vice-presidential TV showdowns set by the nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates.

"Business Insider Slashes 8% of Workforce in Latest Layoffs"
businessindustry2 years ago

"Business Insider Slashes 8% of Workforce in Latest Layoffs"

Business Insider announced it will cut 8% of its staff as part of a refocusing effort, joining a wave of news organizations undergoing layoffs due to industry challenges. The CEO cited the need to prioritize efforts for the future, with affected employees receiving at least 13 weeks of pay and medical insurance. This move comes amid similar actions by other major news outlets, reflecting the broader struggles faced by the industry due to advertising challenges and the decline of traditional business models.

Media Outlets Deny Prior Knowledge of Hamas Attack as Israeli Government Demands Answers
media2 years ago

Media Outlets Deny Prior Knowledge of Hamas Attack as Israeli Government Demands Answers

Four major news organizations, including the Associated Press, Reuters, the New York Times, and CNN, have vehemently denied claims that they had prior knowledge of Hamas's deadly assault on Israel on October 7. The allegations were made by HonestReporting, an organization dedicated to combating media disinformation about Israel and Zionism. The news outlets issued robust statements refuting the accusations and emphasized their commitment to journalistic integrity and impartiality. Israeli politicians called for journalists with prior knowledge of the attack to be treated as terrorists. The Committee to Protect Journalists reported that at least 39 journalists and media workers have been killed in the Israel-Gaza conflict, making it the deadliest month-long period for journalists since 1992.

IRS Contractor Charged with Leaking Trump's Tax Returns
politics2 years ago

IRS Contractor Charged with Leaking Trump's Tax Returns

Charles Littlejohn, a former contractor with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), has been accused of unauthorized disclosure of tax returns and return information, including those of former President Donald Trump and thousands of wealthy individuals. Littlejohn allegedly provided this information to news organizations, including The New York Times and Pro Publica, who published articles based on the leaked data. If convicted, Littlejohn could face up to five years in prison. The news organizations have not been accused of any wrongdoing.

"IRS Contractor Arrested for Leaking Trump's Tax Returns to Press"
crime2 years ago

"IRS Contractor Arrested for Leaking Trump's Tax Returns to Press"

A contractor with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Charles Edward Littlejohn, has been charged with stealing tax returns and return information associated with former President Donald Trump and leaking it to news organizations. Littlejohn is also accused of stealing IRS information on thousands of wealthy individuals and sending it to another unnamed news organization. The New York Times and ProPublica published articles based on tax records of Trump and other wealthy Americans. Littlejohn is charged with unauthorized disclosure of tax returns and faces up to five years in prison if convicted. The news organizations have not been accused of any wrongdoing.

IRS Consultant Faces Charges for Leaking Tax Returns of Wealthy Individuals, Including Trump
crime2 years ago

IRS Consultant Faces Charges for Leaking Tax Returns of Wealthy Individuals, Including Trump

An IRS consultant, Charles Littlejohn, has been charged with unauthorized disclosure of tax return information. Littlejohn allegedly stole tax return information associated with a high-ranking government official and disclosed it to one news organization, as well as stealing tax return information for thousands of wealthy individuals and disclosing it to another news organization. If convicted, Littlejohn could face up to five years in prison. The case is being investigated by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.