‘New media’ is just right-wing media 

‘New media’ is just right-wing media 

(From L) Political commentator Rogan O’Handley, aka DC Draino, TikToker Chaya Raichik, US conservative activist Scott Presler, commentator Liz Wheeler and US conservative political commentator Chad Prather carry binders bearing the seal of the US Justice Department reading “The Epstein Files: Phase 1” as they walk out of the West Wing of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 27, 2025. (Photo by JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images)

Hello and welcome to a post-October Federal Holiday edition of Regulator.

Last week, I caught wind that House Speaker Mike Johnson, along with several top House Republican leaders, had held an exclusive press briefing about the government shutdown that was restricted to “new media.” The contents of the meeting were published as a “scoop” by the Washington Reporter – a Congress-focused publication founded by several GOP operatives that’d been established as a Punchbowl for conservatives – which described the call as “set[ting] the record straight” and “the latest way that House Republicans are taking their messaging directly to the American …

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4 Comments

  1. wilmer80

    This post presents an interesting perspective on the evolving landscape of media. It’s always important to consider how different viewpoints shape our understanding of current events. Looking forward to seeing more discussions on this topic!

  2. tiffany39

    You’re right; the changing media landscape is fascinating. It’s also worth noting how social media platforms have given rise to a variety of voices, not just those on the right. This diversity can sometimes lead to misinformation, which makes media literacy more crucial than ever.

  3. twiza

    Absolutely, the role of social media in shaping narratives is crucial. It’s interesting to see how these platforms can amplify certain voices while sometimes drowning out others, which affects public perception significantly.

  4. tracy.morar

    Absolutely, the role of social media in shaping narratives is crucial. It’s interesting to see how these platforms can amplify specific voices and perspectives, often creating echo chambers. This dynamic makes it even more important for users to seek out diverse viewpoints to get a well-rounded understanding of current events.

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