Published on March 2, 2024, 1:23 am

In today’s complex news climate, discerning real news from political rhetoric remains a crucial task for anyone wanting to stay informed. In the quest to oppose former President Donald Trump continually, it appears there exists a prevalent blind spot in addressing the measures taken by President Joe Biden’s administration that threaten the freedom of expression.

Notably, our sources spotlight how some media outlets harbor dystopian speculations about a potential return of Trump to office. These conjectures often depict ominous scenarios triggered by Trump’s assumed pursuit to dodge charges and rule indefinitely.

However, what raises concern is the lackadaisical response of such platforms towards current hostilities demonstrated by President Biden against press freedom. A prime example was actualized in a court case last year ensuing from The Twitter Files revelation. It disclosed how much influence White House had over Twitter in hampering public statements on its platform. Strikingly, instead of showcasing this incident as an assault on free speech, parts of press seemed apathetic or even defended Biden’s actions.

This week two more incidents spotlight potential media suppression under the Biden administration. Notably, reporter Catherine Herridge faced legal tussle involving her adherence to journalistic principle of not revealing confidential sources in an ongoing lawsuit filed by Yanping Chen – formerly with Chinese People’s Liberation Army – against FBI who apparently leaked information; Herridge was part of reporting team at Fox News who exposed Chen’s past associations after FBI investigation concluded.

Despite courtroom’s understanding of urgent necessity for a free press and role undisclosed sources play in investigative journalism, Chen’s need for requested proofs outweighed Herridge’s First Amendment privilege compelling her to disclose her sourcing within 30 days following contempt ruling or face day-wise fines.

Simultaneously, Steve Baker – reporter from The Blaze – found himself interceded by FBI/DOJ after his onsite coverage at Capitol on January 6th last year; surprisingly concrete charges have been vaguely defined extending up till misdemeanors.

While accusations against journalists who covered Capitol’s event draw some dissimilarities, what’s alarming is the silencing of trusted news outlets over presumably unfair treatment of their colleagues. Alongside pondering whether these instances stir unwarranted criticism for Biden or scrutinization surrounding right-leaning news entities outweighs concern for journalists’ rights; such muted responses hint at politically shaded intonations rather than fostering Christian worldview.

The contrast within media coverage remains illuminating; while prospective return of Trump hazards civil liberties, pressure to overlook seemingly authoritarian measures presently imposed under Biden appears more compelling. Media’s responsibility to focus on real news over political propaganda indeed makes up a fine line in this troubled era.