The White House created a “Hall of Shame” website as Trump intensified his campaign against so-called fake news. Officials claim the portal prevents hoaxes, anonymous claims, and partisan smears from being forgotten.
Portal Targets Major News Organizations
The site names The Washington Post as “Offender of the week” and criticizes The New York Times, CNN, CBS News, and The Independent. It lists claims by reporters and groups them into categories like circular reporting, misrepresentation, malpractice, and false claim. The Associated Press and Reuters also appear, with the White House citing bias or lying. Matt Murray, Post executive editor, condemned the targeting and affirmed the newspaper will continue rigorous reporting.
Press Freedom Concerns Intensify
The site excludes conservative outlets from criticism. Media Research Centre praised the launch, claiming Republicans must identify opposing media. Experts warned DW that the portal endangers journalists, press freedom, and democracy. The site appears as Trump faces criticism for insulting journalists, often women, calling them “ugly inside and out,” “stupid,” and “piggy.”
