MSNBC anchor Rachel Maddow explained to viewers Monday night why the network refused to air former President Trump's speech after his landslide victory in the Iowa caucuses, saying the network cannot air “lies.” Stated.
“At this point in the evening, the projected winner of the Iowa caucuses has just begun his victory speech,” Maddow said, without directly mentioning President Trump by name. “We'll be watching closely until that happens. If there's any news in that speech, if there's anything noteworthy, substantive and important, we'll let you know.”
She explained that MSNBC and other news organizations have an interest in telling the truth.
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MSNBC anchor Rachel Maddow explained why the network refused to broadcast former President Trump's victory speech after his victory in the Iowa caucuses. (Getty Images)
“I say this because, of course, we and other news organizations have generally stopped providing a raw, unfiltered platform for former President Trump's comments. There's a reason why,” Maddow said. “This is not a decision that I'm happy about, not because I'm angry, but it's a decision that I review regularly. And to be honest, in all seriousness, this is not an easy decision.”
She also claimed that broadcasting President Trump's “untrue” statements live on television would hurt MSNBC's brand. “But as a news organization, knowingly broadcasting falsehoods comes at a price. That is a fundamental truth about our business and who we are,” Maddow said. “So his remarks tonight are here. It will not be broadcast,” he said. We will monitor them and inform you about the news he publishes. ”
On CNN, host Jake Tapper interrupted President Trump's speech Monday night.
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Maddow explained that MSNBC and other news organizations are interested in telling the truth. (Screenshot from MSNBC)
“We're going to close the border,” President Trump said Monday. “Because right now we're being invaded. Millions of people are coming into our country and being invaded. Why do they think that's a good thing? I can’t imagine it.”
Mr. Tapper began his talk by referring to Mr. Trump's remarks during his victory speech. “Donald Trump declared victory with his historic performance in the Iowa caucuses.”
Tapper continued: “If these numbers hold up, this would be the biggest electoral victory for a non-incumbent president in modern times.” “It's been a relatively calm speech so far, but now he's here, beneath my voice, and you can hear him repeating his anti-immigrant rhetoric.”
Mr Trump said fox news digital After winning the Iowa caucuses, he said he was “honored” and “invigorated.”
President Trump touted the successes of his administration, citing America's energy independence, rebuilding the US military, and the “best economy in history” since taking office.
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“We're going to do it all again in a heartbeat,” he said. “We're going to fix our borders, and we're going to do it quickly.”
