Coherence Bias in Media Coverage of Trump

This chapter examines 'coherence bias' in journalism regarding Donald Trump's often chaotic statements, emphasizing how this leads to misrepresentation and sanitization of his rhetoric. Through specific media examples, it critiques the challenges journalists face in balancing accurate reporting with the need for neutrality, especially in the context of extreme political rhetoric. The discussion highlights the differing media treatment of Trump and Biden, stressing the importance of transparent representation to avoid journalistic malpractice.