The Press Box The Latest from CBS News and the Craziest Postgame in the Playoffs. Plus: the New Yorker’s Susan Glasser on Year 1 of Trump 2.
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Jan 21, 2026 
Lindsay Jones, a sports reporter and Ringer senior editor, shares her firsthand account of the chaotic postgame scene after the Broncos' big win, detailing the emotions of players like Josh Allen and Sean McDermott. Susan Glasser, a New Yorker columnist, dives into the tumultuous first year of Trump's second term, discussing the surprising support he's garnered from institutions and the implications for American politics. They also explore how Trump's unique media relationship shapes modern discourse and influence.
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CBS News Repositioned For Trump Coverage
- The CBS 60 Minutes segment was delayed to chase Trump voices, revealing a newsroom reshaped by politics.
- Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker argue that seeking “both sides” for that human-rights story was unnecessary and damaging.
Trump’s Media Tactics Are Transactional
- Trump demanded full, uncut interviews and threatened lawsuits, showing his transactional media control strategy.
- David Shoemaker and Bryan Curtis note that such threats blur press freedom and editorial independence.
Josh Allen’s Emotional Pressroom Moment
- Lindsay Jones stood at the Bills' tunnel and saw Josh Allen enter the press room visibly tearful and shaken.
- She recalled Allen admitting he hadn't spoken to teammates yet and that the moment deeply affected reporters present.
