News Brief: Silicon Valley Patronage, How To Subtly Drift Right, and the New Conservative Media Ecosystem

Eoin Higgins, journalist and author of "Owned: How Tech Billionaires on the Right Bought the Loudest Voices on the Left," dives into the surprising ideological shifts of former leftist journalists. He explores how right-wing tech money has reshaped media narratives and influenced platforms to favor conservative views. The discussion reveals how media endorsements have evolved amid political polarization, leading to a confusing landscape for commentators grappling with their changing roles. Higgins sheds light on the broader implications of these dynamics for the future of media.