Media News Daily: Top Stories for 12/27/2024

This page hosts daily news stories related to the media and journalism industry. Check back often, as new stories may be added throughout the day.

Trump’s Case Against The Des Moines Register Moved to Federal Court

A lawsuit filed by President-elect Donald Trump against The Des Moines Register, pollster Ann Selzer, and its parent company, Gannett, has been moved from Iowa state court to the U.S. District Court. The case accuses the defendants of “brazen election interference” tied to a poll that inaccurately predicted a significant lead for Vice President Kamala Harris in Iowa. Legal experts note the transfer was enabled by the Trump legal team’s procedural misstep in serving only Gannett and not local defendants. The poll, which did not influence the election outcome, is under scrutiny. (Read More) (MediaPost Rating)

Poll Shows Rising Fatigue with Political News Consumption

A survey by the AP-NORC Center reveals a growing trend among Americans to limit media consumption on politics, government, and overseas conflicts. The study found 65% of respondents experiencing media fatigue, particularly Democrats (72%), while Republicans and independents reported similar patterns. GOP members notably avoided content on climate change more frequently than other groups. Participants also expressed disapproval of celebrity political commentary, with 40% opposing such actions. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)

RSF Condemns Apple for Enabling Russian Censorship

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has criticized Apple for removing independent journalistic apps and VPNs from its Russian App Store under pressure from Russian regulators. This action, which affects major outlets such as BBC’s “What Was That?” and RFE/RL’s “Svoboda,” aligns with increasing censorship in the country. RSF calls for Apple to adopt greater transparency and resist such orders, which conflict with its stated human rights commitments. (Read More) (RSF Rating)

Huckabee Revives Lawsuit Against Meta Over Fake CBD Ads

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee has filed an amended complaint against Meta, alleging recklessness in publishing fraudulent ads misusing his name and likeness to endorse CBD products. A previous case was dismissed, but Huckabee argues the company’s ad review systems provided opportunities to detect such fraud. This development follows a landmark court ruling limiting Section 230 protections, increasing tech companies’ accountability for third-party content. (Read More) (MediaPost Rating)