News and Commentary

Media Gives 52X More Coverage To Republican Scandal Than To Democrat Scandal, Report Says

Ryan Saavedra

A new study found that over a period of six days, mainstream media outlets devoted over 50 times more coverage to the allegations against a Republican senatorial candidate compared to a Democratic senator who is currently on trial for corruption charges.

From November 9 through November 14, the ABC, CBS and NBC morning and evening newscasts generated approximately 104 minutes of airtime dedicated to covering allegations against Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore, according to an updated report from the Media Research Center.

Got a tip worth investigating?

Your information could be the missing piece to an important story. Submit your tip today and make a difference.

Submit Tip