Study reveals media bias in coverage of Trump and Harris in 2024 election

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A recent study by the Media Research Center highlights significant media bias in the 2024 U.S. presidential race. Kamala Harris has received 78% positive coverage, while Donald Trump faces 85% negative coverage on major networks, marking a stark contrast to 2016. The analysis, covering over 600 segments from ABC, CBS, and NBC, shows that Trump has been the focus of more than 200 minutes of negative coverage. In comparison, issues related to Harris have been downplayed or ignored. The study comes as the election approaches on November 5, with Harris and Trump tied at 48% in a recent poll. Harris aims to become the first woman president, while Trump seeks a return to the White House.


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