New York Times Faces Internal Criticism Over Trump Coverage

Staff at The New York Times express concerns about the paper's approach to covering Donald Trump, accusing leadership of 'sanewashing' his actions.

The New York Times held a 90-minute internal meeting where staff criticized the paper's coverage of Donald Trump, questioning if it adequately reflected his authoritarian tendencies.
Executive Editor Joe Kahn and Managing Editor Carolyn Ryan defended the Times' approach, dismissing external critics as politically motivated and emphasizing a commitment to independent journalism.
Some staff accused the paper of shifting its tone to be more critical of Trump in the final weeks of the campaign, a change that leadership denied was influenced by external pressures.
The Times' leadership stated they are preparing for potential legal challenges and institutional threats if Trump wins the upcoming election.
The meeting highlighted broader tensions within the newsroom about balancing fair coverage amid polarized political climates and maintaining journalistic integrity.