CBS News' portrayal of Democrat election lawyer Marc Elias
CBS News portrayed Democrat election lawyer Marc Elias as a victim of President Trump's retaliation without mentioning Elias's controversial background. The segment failed to address Elias's involvement in the 'Russia collusion' hoax, unethical conduct sanctions, and history of dirty political tricks. The report lacked balance by not interviewing any pro-Trump attorneys.
Key Points
- CBS News portrayed Marc Elias as a victim of Trump's retaliation
- The segment did not address Elias's involvement in the 'Russia collusion' hoax and unethical conduct sanctions
- Lacked balance by not including views from pro-Trump attorneys
Pros
- Shedding light on the portrayal of Marc Elias by CBS News
Cons
- Failure to provide a balanced view by not mentioning Elias's controversial background
- Neglecting to interview any pro-Trump attorneys