John,
This weekend, Hurricane Helene devastated the Southeast, leaving dozens dead and thousands missing across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee.
Instead of showing empathy or supporting rescue efforts, Donald Trump used the tragedy to spread lies about the Biden-Harris response, even claiming North Carolina’s Governor is conspiring with Democrats to neglect Republican areas.
None of this is true. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp praised the Biden-Harris response, and Governor Cooper has led statewide efforts to provide relief with federal help.
So why is the mainstream media giving Trump’s falsehoods a platform just one month from Election Day?
Trump’s motive is clear—North Carolina and Georgia are crucial swing states where he’s neck and neck with Kamala Harris.
What’s more dangerous is how the media entertains Trump’s claims. Instead of outright debunking, outlets like The Hill, Politico, and The New York Times are falling into their “both sides” trap, comparing Trump’s rallies to Biden and Harris’ federal aid efforts:
By treating Trump's lies as valid under the guise of providing “balanced” coverage, the media is only spreading his baseless lies to a wider audience, making less engaged voters believe Biden and Harris are ineffective leaders in a time of crisis.
When, according to the Republican Governor of Georgia, the opposite is true.
This kind of “both sides” coverage fueled Trump’s 2016 win, and it could impact critical swing voters again at a critical moment for the campaign.
That’s why COURIER exists, John. We deliver fearless, factual news in battleground states like North Carolina, cutting through the noise to report the truth.
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Thank you,
COURIER