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Controlling the Narrative: Media Tactics Under Trump
This chapter explores the Trump administration's aggressive strategies to manipulate media coverage, including the selective accreditation of reporters and intimidation through legal threats. It examines the coercive power of the FCC and the implications for independent journalism, highlighting the challenges faced by media organizations in maintaining integrity under pressure. The chapter also reflects on the influence of major media owners, such as Jeff Bezos, and the potential impacts on editorial independence and free speech.