Acting ICE head Todd Lyons criticized a Washington Post article questioning why ICE agents conceal their identities during arrests, arguing that the use of plainclothes officers is standard practice and citing a purported 413% increase in assaults on ICE officers. This statistic, however, lacks verifiable supporting evidence and appears to be used to deflect criticism of ICE tactics. The article’s author highlighted the arrest of a Turkish PhD student as an example of concerning behavior by masked, plainclothes officers. The use of masks and plainclothes, critics argue, hinders accountability for potentially unlawful actions.
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On May 12, 2025, newly elected Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, held his inaugural press conference at the Vatican’s Paul VI Hall. Addressing thousands of journalists, he urged the release of imprisoned journalists persecuted for reporting the truth, while also imploring reporters to avoid using their platform to incite hatred. The Pope stressed the importance of responsible communication, emphasizing the need for peace-building dialogue and the rejection of a “war of words and images.” He concluded by calling on journalists to prioritize communication that fosters peace and amplifies the voices of the marginalized.
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The White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner, traditionally attended by the president, proceeded without Donald Trump’s presence, highlighting the strained relationship between the current administration and the press. Journalists used the event to defend their profession against accusations of being “the enemy of the people,” emphasizing their commitment to accuracy and the public trust. While awards recognized journalistic excellence, a notable acceptance speech acknowledged shortcomings in covering President Biden’s health, underscoring the ongoing need for self-reflection within the media. The subdued affair, lacking the usual celebrity presence, underscored the current political climate’s impact on the event’s traditional celebratory tone.
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Contrary to reports, President Trump did not actually fire any Federal Trade Commission commissioners. His actions constituted a public declaration of his *desired* power to remove them, a power he legally lacks. News coverage of this event, and of Trump’s broader economic plans, often misrepresents the situation, either downplaying the lack of substance in his pronouncements or accepting his claims at face value. This inaccurate portrayal ignores the underlying reality: Trump’s economic policies are driven by corruption and a lack of intellectual capacity.
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The Conservative Party, under leader Pierre Poilievre, will not allow journalists to travel with him during the upcoming federal election campaign, breaking decades of precedent. This decision, citing increased travel costs and the rise of digital access, will replace embedded reporters with advance notice of events and remote access options like video conferencing and a party-provided media feed. Other major parties have stated they will continue to allow embedded journalists. The move has drawn criticism, with some suggesting it indicates a lack of transparency and accessibility.
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As part of broader cost-cutting measures, Disney is shutting down the popular political analysis website 538, resulting in 15 job losses. This closure follows a period of staff reduction at 538, beginning with the departure of its founder two years prior. The restructuring also includes consolidating ABC News programs and reducing staff across Disney Entertainment Networks, impacting nearly 6% of the combined workforce. These layoffs are part of a wider trend of job cuts affecting the media industry.
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