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Published on 22 Jan 2017
The
challenges ahead for journalism covering the Trump presidency: What's
in store for the media under the new US administration? How will
American reporters adapt?
Coverage of Donald Trump's inauguration was broadcast across US news channels but the early signs for what the future might hold for American media seems ominous. Amidst what is known as "the honeymoon period" between new presidents and the press, Donald Trump has succeeded in renewing hostilities with CNN and Buzzfeed after running stories he did not approve of.
Donald Trump has been building on something that's been coming along for a long time now which is that we're a very partisan society. We're very divided. The press has become a whipping boy.
Margaret Sullivan, media columnist, Washington Post
News of the the White House press corps potentially being moved out of the West Wing - a means of setting the tone with the media - where for decades reporters have had easy access to senior officials, has also produced torn opinions. Where some argue that this is a sign of disrespect and driving a wedge further between journalists and White House officials, others claim this is exactly what American journalism needs.
Coverage of Donald Trump's inauguration was broadcast across US news channels but the early signs for what the future might hold for American media seems ominous. Amidst what is known as "the honeymoon period" between new presidents and the press, Donald Trump has succeeded in renewing hostilities with CNN and Buzzfeed after running stories he did not approve of.
Donald Trump has been building on something that's been coming along for a long time now which is that we're a very partisan society. We're very divided. The press has become a whipping boy.
Margaret Sullivan, media columnist, Washington Post
News of the the White House press corps potentially being moved out of the West Wing - a means of setting the tone with the media - where for decades reporters have had easy access to senior officials, has also produced torn opinions. Where some argue that this is a sign of disrespect and driving a wedge further between journalists and White House officials, others claim this is exactly what American journalism needs.
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