Disinformation and Corporate Media

Corporate media outlets in the U.S. have aggressively promoted the narrative of disinformation being a significant threat to society, arguing that only they can protect the public from falsehoods. However, this situation presents a striking irony, as these same outlets have been found to spread disinformation frequently and destructively. The challenge of holding these media corporations accountable for defamation is exacerbated by the existing legal protections for journalistic outlets. The ongoing trial involving CNN and allegations of malice serves as a critical examination of the media’s accountability and the standards it must uphold.