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Trump Sues Des Moines Register Over Polling Data Before Election
President-elect Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit against The Des Moines Register and pollster J. Ann Selzer, alleging consumer fraud over a poll that showed Vice President Kamala Harris leading in Iowa shortly before Trump won the state by a wide margin. The lawsuit claims intentional deception and seeks damages as well as an injunction against further “deceptive” polls. This is the latest in a series of Trump’s legal actions targeting media outlets. Read More – The Hill Rating
RSF Calls on Apple to Remove AI Feature After Generating False News
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has criticized Apple’s new generative AI feature after it falsely attributed a fabricated news alert to the BBC. The error underscores concerns about the reliability of AI in news production, leading RSF to call for its removal and stricter legal standards for AI tools used in journalism. The organization’s Paris Charter outlines principles to protect journalistic integrity in the AI era. Read More – RSF Rating
Journalists Face Rising Threats as Safety Programs Expand Nationwide
The International Women’s Media Foundation reported that threats to journalists in the U.S. are escalating, particularly for women, nonbinary individuals, and minorities. Over 600 journalists received training in 2024 on physical, digital, and legal safety, with survey data showing 36% have faced physical threats, and 33% digital violence. The foundation urges newsrooms to bolster protections and highlights the importance of diversity in journalism to sustain democracy. Read More – Nieman Lab Rating
Fox News Dominates Cable Ratings for Ninth Straight Year
Fox News ended 2024 as the most-watched cable network for the ninth consecutive year, capturing over 50% of the total cable news audience. Programs like The Five and Gutfeld! led in viewership across multiple demographics. Fox’s dominance starkly contrasts with significant audience declines at MSNBC and CNN. CEO Suzanne Scott attributed the success to the network’s coverage of major events and political analysis. Read More – Washington Examiner Rating
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