Media News Daily: Top Stories for 05/15/2025

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Washington Post Editorial Slams Trump’s Pick of Jeanine Pirro for Top D.C. Prosecutor Role

The Washington Post editorial board criticized President Trump’s decision to appoint former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. While acknowledging her experience as a former prosecutor in New York, the board raised concerns over Pirro’s political partisanship and past election denial rhetoric. The Post questioned the legality of the appointment and argued that her lack of independence disqualifies her from such a crucial position, suggesting the role requires Senate confirmation and greater scrutiny. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)


National Trust for Local News Sells 21 Colorado Newspapers to Controversial Buyer

The nonprofit National Trust for Local News has sold 21 community newspapers in Colorado to Times Media Group, a for-profit Arizona-based chain with a history of gutting newsrooms. While the Trust says this move allows it to concentrate on underserved rural areas, critics question the sale’s alignment with its mission. The new owner, led by Steve Strickbine, has previously faced backlash for staffing cuts and diminishing local reporting across its properties in Arizona and California. Skeptics fear similar outcomes in Colorado, where the fate of local journalists remains unclear. (Read More) (Nieman Lab Rating)


LA Times Owner Meets Trump in Saudi Arabia Amid Cancer Initiative Talks

Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the Los Angeles Times, joined President Trump and other business leaders—including Elon Musk and Sam Altman—on a visit to Saudi Arabia, where they discussed cancer prevention with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Soon-Shiong shared his involvement via social media, noting the event’s focus on healthcare innovation. The meeting drew attention due to Soon-Shiong’s past influence over newsroom editorial policies, particularly during the 2024 election when he reportedly blocked endorsements of Kamala Harris. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)


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