It seems like every day we’re seeing more proof that the mainstream media (MSM) is nothing more than an extension of the Democratic Party. CBS News just handed us the latest example of how far they’re willing to go to manipulate public perception—and this time, it’s caught the attention of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Let me be clear: we’re talking about intentional distortion here. The Center for American Rights (CAR), a right-leaning watchdog group, has filed an official complaint against CBS for “significant and intentional news distortion.” And what’s the culprit? None other than a selectively edited interview with Vice President Kamala Harris on 60 Minutes—an interview that aired conveniently after a teaser clip that painted her as a walking “word salad.”
It’s bad enough that Kamala is incapable of answering a simple question without tripping over her own thoughts, but what’s worse is CBS’ willingness to cover it up to make her look better. They aired two different versions of her answer to a question about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. You read that right—two different versions! One version had Harris rambling on about “movements in the region” in the kind of nonsense language that’s become her trademark, while the second version—aired on the full 60 Minutes show—was much more concise and polished.
Election Interference? You Bet.
This is where things get serious. Former President Trump wasn’t wrong when he called this stunt “election interference.” We’re in the middle of one of the most consequential elections in recent memory, and CBS is caught red-handed manipulating interviews to make Kamala look more competent than she really is. Now, whether or not she can actually string together a coherent thought on foreign policy is debatable (spoiler: she can’t), but what’s truly alarming is how the MSM is willing to edit the truth in order to prop her up.
What CBS has done here isn’t just shady—it’s a direct threat to our democracy. When the media deliberately alters the truth, they’re not just telling a story. They’re manipulating the voters, and by doing that, they’re influencing the outcome of elections. CAR’s complaint accuses CBS of violating long-standing FCC rules against news distortion, and they’re demanding that the FCC take action to hold CBS accountable. Let’s see how that plays out, but if history tells us anything, the left will get a slap on the wrist—if that.
Kamala’s Word Salad: Gone in Editing
For those who missed it, here’s what went down: CBS aired a teaser clip of Kamala Harris answering a question about whether the U.S. has failed to influence Netanyahu during the war in Gaza. In the clip, Kamala rambles about “movements in the region,” sounding as disconnected from reality as ever. It was the kind of incoherent, meandering response we’ve all come to expect from our VP, and it didn’t take long for conservatives to mock the clip as yet another example of her infamous “word salad” moments.
But that clip? It never made it to the final cut. Instead, CBS aired a shorter, cleaned-up version during the full interview on 60 Minutes. Suddenly, Kamala is giving a much more straightforward answer, one that’s clearly designed to make her seem like she’s on top of the situation. It’s a neat trick—except for the fact that it’s a blatant distortion of the truth.
The FCC’s Role in Media Accountability
The FCC is now being dragged into this mess, and rightfully so. According to FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington, CAR’s complaint is not “ridiculous,” and it might even have merit. The FCC has a long-standing rule that broadcasters can’t engage in “intentional falsification or suppression of news.” In other words, the media isn’t allowed to outright lie to the public or manipulate facts to fit their narrative. But we all know that the FCC isn’t exactly quick to enforce these rules—especially when it’s a left-wing network like CBS.
Simington laid it out: If a broadcaster is caught intentionally distorting the news in a way that’s meant to mislead the public, the FCC can take action. That action could range from fines to revoking the station’s license. But let’s be real here—the chances of CBS actually facing consequences are slim to none. The left has the MSM in their pocket, and even when they’re caught red-handed, they somehow manage to skate by without punishment.
Why This Matters More Than Ever
What’s really at stake here isn’t just one botched interview—it’s the integrity of our entire media landscape. When major networks like CBS distort the news to favor their preferred political candidates, they’re betraying the trust of the American people. This isn’t just about Kamala’s inability to answer a question; it’s about whether or not we can trust the media to give us the truth, especially during an election year.
Daniel Suhr, president of the Center for American Rights, put it best when he said, “This is about the public’s trust in the media on critical issues of national security and international relations.” He’s right. If we can’t trust what we see on the news, then how can we make informed decisions about who should lead our country?
The MSM has been biased for years, but this blatant manipulation is a new low. We’re talking about altering interviews to hide a candidate’s weaknesses during one of the most important elections in our nation’s history. And the fact that they’re doing it to protect Kamala Harris—someone who has been consistently weak and unprepared on the global stage—makes it even worse.
Final Thoughts
This is just another example of how the left and their media allies will stop at nothing to win. They’ll lie, they’ll distort, and they’ll manipulate the truth if it means keeping their grip on power. CBS got caught this time, but don’t expect them to stop. If anything, this incident proves how desperately they need Kamala to look competent, because in reality, she’s anything but.
We can only hope that the FCC will take this complaint seriously and act accordingly. But until then, we need to stay vigilant and continue calling out the MSM for what they are: the propaganda arm of the Democratic Party.
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Finally Hoooray
Lets see a BIG fine and revoke the station’s license… That MAY scare the others enough to stop them to.
We now have a government controlled social and news media in every way but name so free speech is fast disappearing from the public forum replaced by official lies and propaganda; a result of and to advance the new progressive/fascist axis of evil — media, education, and government.
With a 35-year career in print journalism, I’ve seen the sausage being made. Shortening a subject’s response to get to the point is not unusual for the sake of space, but wholesale re-arranging is something else altogether. Also, please keep in mind that your average newsroom is 95 percent liberal. The real problem here is something like this tars the entire profession with the same brush.