Similar debates emerged in 2016 when media organisations were accused of contributing to Trump's election victory with disproportionate coverage. Despite increased fact-checking efforts, the extent and frequency of Trump's falsehoods pose challenges for media organisations in debunking them all. The situation served as a reminder of Trump's divisive nature and highlighted the difficulties faced by media organisations in covering his statements accurately. It also prompted discussions about whether the media had forgotten the lessons learned from covering Trump in the past. While some argued for responsible journalism and fact verification, others expressed concern that Trump's lies, when amplified by his position, became newsworthy.

Source: CNN May 13, 2023 02:54 UTC