The MeidasTouch Podcast Tucker's Secret Messages in Court Filing Reveal He ‘Hates Trump Passionately'
Mar 9, 2023
Unsealed court documents reveal revealing texts indicating a key figure's strong disdain for Donald Trump. The internal strife at Fox News comes to light, especially regarding their handling of misinformation from the 2020 election. Insights from Rupert Murdoch shed light on the network's struggles with credibility and the pressure to cater to audience beliefs. This deep dive explores the tension between truth and profitability, exposing the stark contrast between private thoughts and public narratives.
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Murdoch on Fox News Hosts and Truth
- Rupert Murdoch admitted that Fox News hosts shouldn't endorse lies if they know them to be false.
- He also stated that Sean Hannity's role isn't news, implying Hannity isn't held to journalistic standards.
Murdoch's Help to Georgia Republicans
- Rupert Murdoch admitted to trying to help Republican candidates in Georgia.
- He aimed to give them exposure without further antagonizing Trump, prioritizing the Senate.
Murdoch on State Legislatures Overturning Elections
- Rupert Murdoch agreed that the idea of state legislatures overturning election results is ridiculous and would cause riots.
- He acknowledged it would be overturning a free and fair election.