Undercurrents

Carl Cannon: The media can’t afford to botch Trump 2.0

Jan 23, 2025
Carl Cannon, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Washington bureau chief at RealClearPolitics, dives into the media's challenges during Trump’s potential second term. He discusses how Trump's return may energize the cultural dynamics reminiscent of the Reagan Revolution. Cannon also analyzes the media's role in shaping narratives around Trump and immigration, emphasizing the need for authenticity. He reflects on the complexities of Trump's political identity and how it contrasts with the past, posing implications for both journalism and American society.
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