Do Democrats Have to Answer for Hasan Piker? Plus: What Is Jasmine Crockett Doing?
Summary
Brian Stelter and Joel Stein announce a schedule change for The Press Box, moving the first episode to Mondays. They discuss a Washington Post national security scoop, Donald Trump’s attacks on journalists, and TCU’s controversial decision to strip press credentials. The hosts also analyze the media frenzy surrounding leftist streamer Hasan Piker’s endorsement of a Senate candidate, debating whether the coverage is disproportionate compared to right-wing figures.
Topics discussed
Intro, Chevy ad, and new Monday/Thursday schedule
Format change: From 3 stories to deeper dives
WaPo national security scoop and opinion section drama
Trump vs. Kristen Welker and media coverage of primaries
Marlon James' 'The Disappears' wins critical acclaim
Jake Reiner interview and family tragedy
College football returns and TCU reporter credential controversy
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Hassan Piker's controversy and media double standards
Laura Loomer, Rush Limbaugh comparisons, and streaming culture
Jasmine Crockett's stance on James Tallarico campaign
Texas Senate race polling and closing remarks
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