Republic Broadcasting Network (RBN) – Bias and Credibility

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QUESTIONABLE SOURCE

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• Overall, we rate Republic Broadcasting Network as Extreme Right Biased due to its promotion of conspiracy theories, antisemitic narratives, and anti-government rhetoric. We rate its reporting as questionable and Low for factual accuracy based on a lack of sourcing, absence of fact-checking, and consistent publication of misleading or harmful content.

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History

Republic Broadcasting Network (RBN) is a Texas-based far-right radio broadcaster, founded in 2005 by the late John Stadtmiller, known for his anti-government rhetoric and conspiracy theories. RBN offers a mix of commentary, interviews, and listener call-in shows. It describes its mission as delivering “Real News, Real Talk, Real People… Because You CAN Handle the Truth.” The network’s content is distributed online via live streams, archives, and podcasts.

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Funded by / Ownership

Republic Broadcasting Network is managed by its staff and is listener-supported.  Donations generate revenue.  

Analysis / Bias

RBN exhibits an Extreme Right bias, characterized by the promotion of conspiratorial content, anti-Semitic narratives, and anti-government rhetoric. In a featured article, “Zionism and the Jewish Elite: John Stadtmiller, The National Intel Report,” the network republishes multiple hours of Stadtmiller’s audio broadcasts that conflate Zionism with racism and push sweeping generalizations about Jewish people and elites. The content lacks sourcing, presents no counterarguments, and frames global politics through an antisemitic lens.

RBN regularly features programs that amplify ideologically fringe perspectives. Past content has included support for the Sovereign Citizen movement, opposition to vaccines, critiques of the Federal Reserve as a tool of global control, and frequent assertions of media and government conspiracies. The editorial tone is combative, anti-establishment, and often inflammatory, with content that would not meet the standards of mainstream journalistic ethics.

RBN’s factual reporting is rated as Low. The site provides no verifiable sources, rarely cites independent journalism, and does not adhere to standards of neutrality or accountability. It has been associated with extremist movements, and some of its content—such as claims about “Zionist control,” election fraud, and globalist conspiracies—echo known disinformation narratives. There are no editorial corrections, transparency about sourcing, or disclosures regarding content veracity.

Failed Fact Checks

• Not checked by a third-party fact checker. See above.

Overall, we rate Republic Broadcasting Network as Extreme Right Biased due to its promotion of conspiracy theories, antisemitic narratives, and anti-government rhetoric. We rate its reporting as questionable and Low for factual accuracy based on a lack of sourcing, absence of fact-checking, and consistent publication of misleading or harmful content. (M. Huitsing 05/16/2025)

Source: https://republicbroadcasting.org/

Last Updated on May 16, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check

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