The News Meeting Is the Trump administration lying?
Jan 26, 2026
Poppy Bullard, audio producer and reporter at The Observer, flags Trump’s Board of Peace and Gaza implications. Serena Cesareo, researcher and reporter, pitches coverage of the Minneapolis/ICE killing and video verification. Stephen Armstrong, political reporter, explains the Andy Burnham/Labour NEC ban and wider party fallout. They debate media responses, grassroots organising, and whether international plans or local scandals should lead the news.
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Videos Challenge Official Account
- Video footage of Alex Preti's killing contradicts initial official claims that he posed an imminent threat.
- Officials said he had a gun and intended to massacre law enforcement, but the videos show him disarmed and not brandishing a weapon.
Verification By Newspapers Matters
- Reliable newspaper work is pivotal for verifying and reconstructing events from multiple videos.
- Serena argues accurate accounts depend on outlets like the New York Times and Wall Street Journal doing careful verification.
Administration Rushed To Blame
- Trump administration figures swiftly issued strong accusations despite lacking evidence.
- Serena highlights statements from Stephen Miller, Kristi Noem and others that labeled Preti a terrorist without supporting proof.
