The Rubin Report

Host Goes Quiet as Press Sec Destroys Media’s Narrative w/ Facts in Under 1 Minute

Jun 26, 2025
Karoline Leavitt, a former White House Press Secretary for the Trump administration, joins the discussion on media narratives surrounding U.S. military strikes on Iran. She highlights how mainstream outlets, particularly CNN, distort facts about intelligence assessments. The podcast also touches on Trump’s bold comments countering negative media, while skepticism around reporting on health disparities in the Black community comes into focus. Leavitt offers insights into the critical relationship between journalism ethics and public trust, adding layers to the media landscape debate.
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INSIGHT

Media Shifts Iran Narrative

  • The media has drastically shifted its narrative on Iran's nuclear program timeline following the U.S. strikes.
  • Trust in CNN's reporting is questioned due to prior inaccuracies and anonymous sourcing.
ADVICE

FBI Investigates Intelligence Leak

  • The FBI is actively investigating the leak of classified intelligence about the Iran strikes.
  • Organizations should ensure secure handling of sensitive information to prevent unauthorized leaks.
INSIGHT

Interpreting Preliminary Intel Reports

  • Preliminary intelligence assessments with low confidence are often misinterpreted or misrepresented.
  • Bombing deeply buried sites makes accurate damage assessment difficult without thorough investigation.
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