Media Mogul Shifts Narrative: Not For Morality, But Margin
📰 THE STORY: Rupert Murdoch, through his vast media conglomerate including Fox News, reportedly influenced then-President Trump to temper his administration's harsh rhetoric and actions regarding the civil unrest in Minneapolis, particularly around immigration, following criticism. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: Murdoch's intervention in US politics is not new. In 2011, his
News Corp faced a massive phone-hacking scandal in the UK, leading to widespread public outcry, a government inquiry, and ultimately the closure of the News of the World . This crisis severely damaged his reputation and financial interests, showcasing how quickly public opinion can turn against dominant media figures. The 'madness' in Minneapolis, with its potential for widespread civil unrest and
economic disruption, threatened corporate stability and advertising revenue, a far greater concern for Murdoch than abstract legal principles or human rights. Double Standard: While Murdoch's outlets can be quick to criticize foreign governments for human rights abuses or suppression of dissent, their coverage often shifts dramatically when similar issues impact US corporate interests or political
allies. The 'madness' of state-sanctioned violence against protestors or migrants is only 'madness' when it hurts the bottom line, not when it serves to consolidate power or maintain a narrative beneficial to the establishment. Contrast this with the selective outrage of Murdoch's outlets over protests in places like Cuba or Venezuela, where the 'madness' of dissent is amplified and framed as a