The Media Show In the room with Trump and Musk, BBC Media Action answers its critics, what makes tech bros tick?
Feb 12, 2025
Jeff Mason, White House Correspondent for Reuters, shares insider details from the unusual press conference with Trump and Musk, showcasing the complexities of media access and accountability. Max Tani from Semafor discusses Trump's lawsuit against CBS News, raising questions about media integrity. Simon Bishop, CEO of BBC Media Action, addresses the consequences of USAID cuts on global media. Lauren Goode profiles venture capitalist Marc Andreessen, while Chris Hayes explores the attention economy and its impact on society.
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Surprise Press Conference
- Elon Musk attended a surprise press conference with President Trump, holding his son X.
- Musk's presence, unexpected by reporters like Jeff Mason, highlighted his growing influence.
Tech and Presidency
- Trump and Musk's first White House press conference was unusual.
- Musk dominated the conversation, indicating a shift in the tech industry's relationship with the presidency.
First Question to Musk
- Jeff Mason, in an unusual turn of events, directed his first question to Musk, not Trump.
- Musk's prominent role in the press conference prompted this deviation from typical protocol.
