This chapter discusses how Twitter became a prominent platform for journalists and the media, particularly during the Trump administration. It explores Donald Trump's use of Twitter to launch and carry out his political campaigns, as well as how his presence exposed the weaknesses in Twitter's management, moderation, and product development. The chapter also touches on the impact of Trump's Twitter usage on the relationship between the news media and the platform.

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