News Coverage of Olympics and Transition to Campaign Trail

This week's news includes coverage of the Olympics and a shift back to the campaign trail next week.

British Journalists in U.S. Media

British journalists are taking top positions in U.S. media companies, which is raising concerns about diversity and ethical practices in American journalism.

2024 U.S. Presidential Election News Coverage

A majority of Americans are closely following news about the 2024 U.S. presidential election, with many feeling worn out by the extensive coverage of the campaign and candidates. Older adults are more likely to follow news about the candidates, while fatigue over election coverage is a common sentiment among Americans.

Robert De Niro's Anti-Trump Speech Outside Manhattan Courtroom

Left-leaning news outlets CNN and MSNBC did not air Robert De Niro's anti-Trump speech in its entirety, while Fox News did. De Niro claimed Trump will never leave office if re-elected, expressing hope for a new ad campaign to remind of the danger. De Niro's rant was met with car horns and shouts from Trump supporters.

Trust Issues in News Coverage of the 2024 Election Campaign

A poll from the American Press Institute and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research reveals that many Americans are concerned about inaccuracies, misinformation, and biased reporting in news coverage of the 2024 election campaign.

Trust Issues in News Coverage of the 2024 Election Campaign

A recent poll reveals that about half of Americans are concerned about inaccuracies, misinformation, and bias in news coverage of the 2024 election campaign. Trust in news organizations is low, partly due to years of suspicion and lack of understanding about journalism. Older adults are more engaged in election news than younger adults, who are more likely to get news from social media. Democrats are more likely to get election news from national outlets, while Republicans express more concern about inaccurate information in news coverage.

Underrepresentation of Scientists with Asian or African Names in Science News Coverage

A study found that scientists with Asian or African names are 15% less likely to be named in news stories covering scientific research. Journalists may face practical challenges when interviewing researchers with non-Anglo names, leading to disparities in media representation. The underrepresentation of minority ethnicity names in science news coverage highlights the importance of equitable representation and diversity in the scientific community.

President Joe Biden's team challenges media portrayal

President Joe Biden's team is becoming more aggressive in challenging how he is portrayed in the media as his re-election campaign ramps up, with criticisms focusing on news coverage of his handling of classified documents and age. The administration is pushing back against perceived negative stories and emphasizing the importance of accurate reporting.