CBS Accused of Deceptive Editing in Kamala Harris Interview; Trump Calls for Full Release
CBS is facing criticism for allegedly editing Kamala Harris' "60 Minutes" interview, altering her initial response to a question with a completely different answer in the aired version.
When host Bill Whitaker asked why it seemed like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wasn't listening to the United States, Harris initially responded:
"Well Bill, the work that we have done has resulted in a number of movements in that region by Israel that were very much prompted by, or a result of, many things, including our advocacy for what needs to happen in the region."
However, in the aired version, Harris' answer was: "We are not going to stop pursuing what is necessary for the United States to be clear about where we stand on the need for this war to end."
The Trump campaign has called on the network to release the full interview.
"On Sunday, 60 Minutes teased Kamala’s highly-anticipated sit-down interview with one of her worst word salads to date, which received significant criticism on social media," said Karoline Leavitt, the Trump campaign's national press secretary. "During the full interview on Monday evening, the word salad was deceptively edited to lessen Kamala’s idiotic response."
"Why did 60 Minutes choose not to air Kamala’s full word salad, and what else did they choose not to air?” she asked. “The American people deserve the full, unedited transcript from Kamala’s sit-down interview. We call upon 60 Minutes and CBS to release it. "
Trump also expressed his concerns on Truth Social, suggesting that the network's actions may have been a " major Campaign Finance Violation," and is a "stain on the reputation of 60 minutes that is not recoverable." He also called for an investigation.
Several individuals have criticized the network over this issue. Investor Bill Ackman questioned the network's actions on social media:
And how could @60Minutes’ manipulation occur without the consent of @KamalaHarris? Let’s not forget she is the Vice President of the United States and she is being asked about our foreign policy in the Middle East and our relationship with the leader of our principal ally in the region.
This should be the end of 60 Minutes. Literal election interference.
Nor was this the only time. Remember that 60 Minutes (Lesley Stahl) also lied about Hunter's Laptop in October 2020 to help get Biden elected.
— Jeff Carlson (@themarketswork) October 9, 2024
Journalistic malpractice.
— Richard H. Ebright (@R_H_Ebright) October 9, 2024
Rigged debates. Deceptively edited interviews. Then they turn around and preach to us about the dangers of misinformation and election interference.
— MAZE (@mazemoore) October 9, 2024
Bottom Line
This incident raises questions about the transparency and integrity of journalistic practices. As viewers, we rely on media outlets to provide unfiltered and accurate information. If allegations of deceptive editing are true, it undermines the trust that the public places in these institutions. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you think the full interview should be released? Share this article with your friends and let us know your thoughts. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is delivered every day at 6pm.
CBS Accused of Deceptive Editing in Kamala Harris Interview; Trump Calls for Full Release
CBS is facing criticism for allegedly editing Kamala Harris' "60 Minutes" interview, altering her initial response to a question with a completely different answer in the aired version.
When host Bill Whitaker asked why it seemed like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wasn't listening to the United States, Harris initially responded:
"Well Bill, the work that we have done has resulted in a number of movements in that region by Israel that were very much prompted by, or a result of, many things, including our advocacy for what needs to happen in the region."
However, in the aired version, Harris' answer was: "We are not going to stop pursuing what is necessary for the United States to be clear about where we stand on the need for this war to end."
The Trump campaign has called on the network to release the full interview.
"On Sunday, 60 Minutes teased Kamala’s highly-anticipated sit-down interview with one of her worst word salads to date, which received significant criticism on social media," said Karoline Leavitt, the Trump campaign's national press secretary. "During the full interview on Monday evening, the word salad was deceptively edited to lessen Kamala’s idiotic response."
"Why did 60 Minutes choose not to air Kamala’s full word salad, and what else did they choose not to air?” she asked. “The American people deserve the full, unedited transcript from Kamala’s sit-down interview. We call upon 60 Minutes and CBS to release it. "
Trump also expressed his concerns on Truth Social, suggesting that the network's actions may have been a " major Campaign Finance Violation," and is a "stain on the reputation of 60 minutes that is not recoverable." He also called for an investigation.
Several individuals have criticized the network over this issue. Investor Bill Ackman questioned the network's actions on social media:
And how could @60Minutes’ manipulation occur without the consent of @KamalaHarris? Let’s not forget she is the Vice President of the United States and she is being asked about our foreign policy in the Middle East and our relationship with the leader of our principal ally in the region.
This should be the end of 60 Minutes. Literal election interference.
Nor was this the only time. Remember that 60 Minutes (Lesley Stahl) also lied about Hunter's Laptop in October 2020 to help get Biden elected.
— Jeff Carlson (@themarketswork) October 9, 2024
Journalistic malpractice.
— Richard H. Ebright (@R_H_Ebright) October 9, 2024
Rigged debates. Deceptively edited interviews. Then they turn around and preach to us about the dangers of misinformation and election interference.
— MAZE (@mazemoore) October 9, 2024
Bottom Line
This incident raises questions about the transparency and integrity of journalistic practices. As viewers, we rely on media outlets to provide unfiltered and accurate information. If allegations of deceptive editing are true, it undermines the trust that the public places in these institutions. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you think the full interview should be released? Share this article with your friends and let us know your thoughts. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is delivered every day at 6pm.
