Pod Save America Bonus: “Fox News EXPOSED”
Feb 18, 2023
A recent legal filing reveals that Fox News executives knew Trump's election fraud claims were false but continued to promote them. The unsettling internal conversations show a disturbing pattern of misinformation driven by profit. Furthermore, the fallout from this disinformation has led to a decline in viewer trust and significant public skepticism. The hosts discuss how the network’s sensationalism impacts journalism and the challenges Democrats face in navigating a media landscape dominated by such narratives.
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Fox News' Cynical Profit Motive
- Fox News prioritizes profit over truth, knowingly spreading misinformation.
- They cynically manipulate their audience to maintain viewership and revenue.
Sidney Powell's Lies
- Sidney Powell, a Trump lawyer, spread election fraud conspiracies on Fox News.
- Fox hosts privately acknowledged Powell's lies while publicly giving her a platform.
Bartiromo's Dubious Source
- Maria Bartiromo booked Sidney Powell on her show despite knowing her source was unreliable.
- The source's email contained outlandish claims, including time travel and conspiracy theories.