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Jon Stewart Criticizes CNN's Promotion of Book on Biden's Health During Cancer Diagnosis Coverage

The comedian's critique highlights ethical questions surrounding CNN's marketing of 'Original Sin,' co-authored by anchor Jake Tapper, as President Biden begins treatment for prostate cancer.

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Overview

  • Jon Stewart used 'The Daily Show' to call out CNN for heavily promoting 'Original Sin,' a book co-written by Jake Tapper about Joe Biden's alleged cognitive decline.
  • The book's release coincides with news of President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis, raising concerns about the timing and tone of CNN's coverage.
  • Stewart mocked CNN anchors for blending promotional plugs with somber reporting, including offering a 20% discount code for the book on-air.
  • Media outlets have described the book's revelations using sensational terms like 'bombshell allegations' and a 'tsunami of new information.'
  • The controversy underscores tensions between journalistic integrity and commercial interests in political reporting.