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Bias Breakdown

Most Americans don’t trust the media because of political biases that have seeped into today’s journalism. Join Straight Arrow News as we break down bias in some of the week’s biggest stories, dissecting how narratives shift based on a news outlet’s left or right political bias. Here, you’ll find a balanced approach to presenting the facts — stripped of political opinion — so you can form your own views on issues that matter to you. Welcome to Bias Breakdown™ with your host, Karah Rucker.

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  • Take a look at how bias by omission influenced coverage of a now-viral video of Democrats speaking to members of the military.
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  • Take a look at how bias by omission influenced coverage of a now-viral video of Democrats speaking to members of the military.
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  • As the New York City mayoral race shows, media outlets often reflect ideological bias in what they choose to report and how they report it.
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  • Rumors about President Donald Trump’s death swept across social media over Labor Day weekend, sparking a wave of speculation about his health.
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  • A school shooting in Minneapolis drew swift national coverage, but the narratives diverged among partisan media.
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  • Gov. Gavin Newsom’s new social media strategy, which mimics President Donald Trump's, drew sharply different reactions from media outlets.
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  • President Donald Trump announced Monday that he is placing the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department under direct federal control for 30 days.
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  • Epstein coverage has surged, but some right-leaning outlets remain quiet. The lack of coverage prompted a clash between Newsmax and Fox.
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Karah Rucker

Karah Rucker

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Karah Rucker is the host of Bias Breakdown and a daily news anchor for Straight Arrow News. She examines media bias and breaks down left- and right-leaning narratives with impartial analysis.
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