The Hound 12/17

Hi there,

It’s Wednesday. Today we’re talking about Trump’s lawsuit against the BBC over coverage he doesn’t like, ongoing attacks on press freedom, and more.

We’re also tracking how misinformation spreads in moments of crisis. After the tragic Brown University shooting, false claims blaming a “leftist activist” were pushed by influencers and echoed across media — before the facts were known. Journalists have a responsibility to slow that cycle, not accelerate it.

🖊️ Add your name to demand the media stop amplifying blame and start reporting with care, accuracy, and accountability.

Read about this, and more, with today’s stories:

Donald Trump sues BBC for up to $10bn over edit of January 6 speech (The Guardian)

Conservative Influencers Blame Brown University Shooting on a “Leftist Activist” (Mother Jones)

Court battle begins over California’s new congressional map designed to favor Democrats (AP)

Trump policies upend years-long paths to citizenship for some immigrants (PBS)

Trump says Rob Reiner had 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' in post on his death (NPR)

Until next time,

Harry from The Hound

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