The New York Times and Washington Post were informed of a secret US raid on Venezuela just before its scheduled commencement and chose to delay publishing the information to avoid jeopardizing American troops. This decision aligned with established journalistic practices of prioritizing national security concerns, even amidst tensions between the media and the current administration. The administration praised the secrecy of the raid, which the President had approved, highlighting the successful coordination and stealth of the operation. The news outlets’ decision to withhold their reporting for several hours, after the government warned it could expose American troops, contributed to the operation’s secrecy.
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In a recent Truth Social post, Donald Trump labeled The New York Times a national security threat, citing their reporting as “lies and purposeful misrepresentations.” This accusation follows Trump’s long-standing criticism of the newspaper, stemming from articles detailing his reduced public appearances and his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. Trump also expressed frustration over the Times’ coverage of his prescription drug price plan, which he falsely claimed had lowered drug costs by thousands of percent. This latest attack demonstrates a continuation of Trump’s animosity towards the publication, calling it a “fake newspaper.”
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Trump says the New York Times is a ‘serious threat’ to national security, and well, here’s what that boils down to. It’s pretty clear that when Trump makes this kind of statement, it’s not really about the country’s well-being. It’s almost always about his personal interests and how he perceives threats to himself. In this case, it seems the piece in question, presumably about Jeffrey Epstein, has ruffled his feathers.
It’s becoming a pattern, isn’t it? Anything that paints him in a negative light, or that exposes some uncomfortable truths, is immediately labeled a danger to national security. The irony, of course, is that many people see *him* as the real threat, what with his past actions and alleged behaviors.… Continue reading
Photos released by the House committee on oversight and government reform show New York Times columnist David Brooks at an event on Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, though the context, including the date and location, is unclear. The New York Times stated the event occurred in 2011, several years after Epstein’s guilty plea, and that Brooks had no further contact with him. Brooks’ appearance in these photos is notable given his recent column expressing a lack of interest in the Epstein scandal and his dismissal of the story. Critics have questioned why Brooks didn’t disclose his attendance at the event, especially after writing about the subject.
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New York Times sues Perplexity AI for ‘illegal’ copying of content, and this feels like a significant moment in the ongoing debate about AI and copyright. The core of the issue is pretty straightforward: The New York Times is accusing Perplexity AI of essentially lifting their content, repackaging it, and sometimes even making stuff up while attributing it to the NYT. It’s like a digital version of plagiarism, but on a massive, automated scale.
The crux of the matter seems to be that Perplexity is not just quoting and citing, which is generally permissible, but rather, is actively reproducing and re-presenting the NYT’s articles.… Continue reading
The New York Times filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon, challenging new rules imposed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that have effectively banned most mainstream media outlets from the building. The Times argues the rules violate constitutional freedoms by granting Hegseth the sole power to ban reporters, leading to the exclusion of outlets like the Times, the Associated Press, and others. Despite the denial of access, these outlets continue to report on the military, highlighting stories that the Pentagon may not like. The Times believes this viewpoint discrimination case is strengthened by the lack of credentials for its reporters, while the Pentagon defends the policy as necessary to protect the military.
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The New York Times is taking legal action against the Department of Defense over new press access restrictions at the Pentagon. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, challenges a policy implemented in October that reporters view as an attempt to control reporting and violate First and Fifth Amendment rights. The Times seeks to have the policy declared unconstitutional and an injunction against its enforcement, while other news organizations are expected to support the case. This move comes as the Pentagon has welcomed pro-Trump influencers and content creators to replace veteran journalists who refused to comply with the new rules.
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Following the New York Times’ report, which highlighted the former president’s perceived grogginess and rambling, Trump responded with a post early Wednesday morning. In his statement, he refuted the claims, touting his accomplishments and attacking the publication. Trump argued his administration had brought down inflation, revitalized the economy, and restored global respect for the country. He concluded by asserting his tireless work ethic directly contradicted the report’s implications of diminished energy.
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A recent New York Times article reported on Donald Trump’s potential signs of aging and reduced workload during his second term. In response, Trump publicly criticized the article and one of its authors on Truth Social, disputing the claims of declining energy and mental acuity. The article noted a significant decrease in Trump’s public appearances compared to his first term and included observations about his physical appearance. Despite the article’s findings and Trump’s own contradictory statements, the White House has maintained the president’s health is exceptional.
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Matt Underwood
Trump Furious Over NYT Story Detailing Declining Health
Following the New York Times’ report, which highlighted the former president’s perceived grogginess and rambling, Trump responded with a post early Wednesday morning. In his statement, he refuted the claims, touting his accomplishments and attacking the publication. Trump argued his administration had brought down inflation, revitalized the economy, and restored global respect for the country. He concluded by asserting his tireless work ethic directly contradicted the report’s implications of diminished energy.
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