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MAGA's not-so-secret weapon: "Major media are a key tool for Trump's destruction of the government"


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, February 21st 2025 at 12:40 GMT by Salon   Print publication without navigation

  • "The takeover is easy when journalism and massive news orgs. stay the course and pretend everything is normal"

The article from MSN discusses how former President Donald Trump has utilized major media outlets as a significant tool in his efforts to reshape and, according to critics, undermine the U.S. government. It highlights that Trump's strategy involves leveraging media attention to amplify his messages, often bypassing traditional governmental checks and balances. This approach has included using media to question election integrity, promote conspiracy theories, and attack political adversaries, thereby creating a narrative that aligns with his political objectives. The piece argues that this manipulation of media not only serves to keep Trump in the public eye but also erodes public trust in institutions, potentially destabilizing democratic norms. Critics cited in the article express concern over the long-term implications of this tactic, suggesting it contributes to a broader degradation of governmental functionality and public discourse.

Read the Full Salon Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/maga-s-not-so-secret-weapon-major-media-are-a-key-tool-for-trump-s-destruction-of-the-government/ar-AA1zwWZa ]

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