Following the tense CNN exchange, the conversation reflects a broader shift in political journalism: legacy outlets are beginning to revisit controversies involving President Joe Biden and Democratic figures ahead of the November election.
Once dismissed or overlooked, stories about Hunter Biden’s business dealings and corruption allegations are now drawing renewed attention. Veteran political reporters and national publications have begun covering scandals that Republicans have long highlighted.
Critics point to timing. The New York Post editorial board recently slammed The New York Times for only now reporting in depth on Hunter Biden’s influence-peddling schemes, more than four years after the Post’s initial exposé. “Better late than never,” the editorial stated, before concluding the coverage was irrelevant at this stage.
Jennings’ argument — that trust in media erodes when outlets appear selective in their coverage — underscores this dynamic. “If you’re CBS or any other news outlet, the reason you’ve lost trust ought to be obvious. Just try to make a better product that appeals to more people, and stop alienating half the country,” he said.
As voters prepare for a contentious election season, both sides of the aisle are closely watching how major media institutions frame stories. Whether renewed reporting on Democratic controversies rebuilds credibility or reinforces accusations of bias remains to be seen.
For now, the growing tension between journalists, politicians, and the public reflects an uneasy truth: America’s trust in the press is at its lowest point in decades, and restoring it will be one of the media’s toughest challenges moving forward.
