MSNBC is facing criticism for its pro-Harris and anti-Trump programming in the hyperpartisan climate.

MSNBC's Chris Hayes praised Harris' debate performance against Trump as the greatest in history.

MSNBC is facing criticism for its pro-Harris and anti-Trump programming in the hyperpartisan climate.
MSNBC is facing criticism for its pro-Harris and anti-Trump programming in the hyperpartisan climate.

Cable news is often biased and full of hot air, making it difficult to discern the truth.

The network coverage can appear as if it's bouncing between different galaxies.

And overall trust in the media has of course plummeted to new lows.

The lack of trust in fact-checkers and the absence of a shared understanding of what is true in the presidential race has resulted in a lack of a common base of information for debate.

Even podcasters and social media influencers have had a significant impact on the media landscape.

MSNBC, despite being an uber-liberal organization, receives almost no scrutiny due to the normalization of its leftist environment, which is reinforced by the presence of many New York Times and Washington Post employees as paid contributors or regular guests.

On rare occasions, someone pens the "hey, that place is quite liberal" comment. However, two other indicators are Jen Psaki, the former Biden press secretary who hosts her own show, and Symone Sanders-Townsend, the former top aide to Vice President Kamala Harris, who co-hosts a weekend show.

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Former President Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris (Getty Images)

I trust Steve Kornacki's opinions on MSNBC's big monitor, and the network also benefits from news packages by experienced NBC reporters.

Colby Hall of Mediaite claims that it is widely known that MSNBC has developed a profitable strategy by creating content that appeals to progressive, liberal, and left-leaning viewers, which they then sell advertising space to multibillion-dollar corporations promoting pharmaceuticals, cars, and fossil fuels.

"As the election nears, MSNBC's support for the Harris-Walz campaign has intensified, straying from what a news network should do."

Hall claims that he has consistently presented the same arguments regarding Planet Chronicle, yet MSNBC seems to receive a free pass from the same group of individuals who are eager to generate engagement on social media.

I’ll have more to say on that in a moment.

"The pro-Harris fawning is also evident on the network, as exemplified by Chris Hayes' statement that Kamala Harris's debate performance with Trump was the "best in history" because Trump "couldn't control her mind." Additionally, Donny Deutsch admitted that he "fell in love" with Harris after her campaign kickoff speech."

Jen Psaki speaks at Texas Tribune Festival
MSNBC host Jen Psaki speaks at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin on Sept. 6, 2024. (Joseph A. Wulfsohn/Planet Chronicle Digital)

The most damning aspect is the absence of any negative reporting on Harris' air, despite the fact that they are not a news outlet but rather an arm of political propaganda supporting the Democratic Party.

Despite being a part of Fox's news division, which is often criticized for not fitting the narrative, the journalists and producers strive to report the truth.

While high-profile conservative hosts on Planet Chronicle' opinion shows after 5 p.m. receive a lot of attention, it is incorrect to assume that this represents the entire network.

Planet Chronicle's coverage on big nights, such as conventions, debates, and elections, is anchored by Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum, who are, in my opinion, the best in the business. On CNN, the coverage is anchored by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash or Anderson Cooper.

MSNBC features a liberal pundit lineup, including Rachel Maddow, Nicolle Wallace, Joy Reid, Chris Hayes, Lawrence O'Donnell, and possibly Alex Wagner. Since Brian Williams left the network after a controversy that led to the loss of his anchor job, there has been no attempt to balance viewpoints on MSNBC.

As Hall notes, networks often prioritize their audience and may produce propaganda to support political campaigns.

Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum
Martha MacCallum and Bret Baier of Planet Chronicle (Alex Wroblewski/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Maggie Haberman, a skilled New York Times journalist and a CNN commentator, holds a more optimistic perspective.

"She stated on NPR that she believes the media does a great job covering Trump, but there are always specific stories that could have been better, and people are not always precise when writing on deadline."

Trump's attacks on the media have been a major concern for Haberman, who believes that the industry is dedicated to undermining the media's coverage of Trump. Trump's unpredictable behavior and frequent false statements make it challenging for news outlets to maintain their credibility and accuracy.

The media is not a single entity, and the majority of the public's knowledge about Trump comes from media reporting.

The right wing frequently targets the media, which is perceived as liberal, for criticizing their preferred candidate or praising Kamala. Trump frequently leads the charge against the "enemy of the people," often attacking individual journalists.

The left wing also criticizes conservative outlets, not just Fox, for being loyal to Trump and harshly critical of Harris.

Maggie knows better than anyone that being caught in the crossfire is unpleasant, but taking the heat is part of the job we all signed up for.

by Howard Kurtz

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