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‘That’s Bulls**t!’ Anderson Cooper and Charlamagne Tha God Clash Over Media Bias in Coverage of Trump and Harris | WATCH

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*Thursday night on CNN, tensions flared as anchor Anderson Cooper engaged in a contentious debate with radio personality Charlamagne Tha God regarding the media’s portrayal of Donald Trump compared to Vice President Kamala Harris.

The dialogue quickly evolved into a fierce exchange centered around accusations of bias and the responsibilities of news networks in addressing critical issues concerning political figures.

The conflict ignited when Charlamagne leveled a pointed accusation against CNN and other news outlets for their alleged negligence in reporting on Trump’s behavior, which he characterized as “fascist.” The radio show host highlighted a perceived discrepancy in the focus granted to Harris, particularly surrounding discussions about her racial identity and professional qualifications.

“It’s crazy because you still don’t have news networks having that conversation,” Charlamagne asserted. He lamented the media’s tendency to engage in roundtable discussions over whether Harris is a “DEI hire” or if she fits the mold of a black leader, rather than critically examining Trump’s statements and actions.

Anderson Cooper and Charlamagne Tha God clashed on CNN Thursday //  Charlamagne Tha God & Anderson Cooper - screenshot
Charlamagne Tha God & Anderson Cooper – screenshot

Charlamagne’s critique went further as he questioned why discussions surrounding Trump’s assertions of power did not receive the same scrutiny.

“How come we’re not having a roundtable discussion asking, is Donald Trump a fascist? He’s stating it,” he argued, expressing frustration over the lapse in media accountability. Cooper, attempting to defend CNN’s journalistic integrity, asserted, “I talk about this every night,” indicating that he believed the network actively covered Trump’s rhetoric and behavior.

Undeterred, Charlamagne pressed on, asserting that discussions on the network still focused disproportionately on Harris’s identity rather than acknowledging the gravity of Trump’s political stance.

“I don’t think y’all have enough conversations about it,” he said, reinforcing the argument that Trump’s potential authoritarian tendencies merited more attention than they were receiving in mainstream media.

Cooper, in turn, refuted Charlamagne’s claims, expressing disbelief that CNN would focus on whether or not Harris was black. He stated, “Honestly, that’s bulls—,” clearly irritated by the implication that such discussions dominated the network’s agenda. He acknowledged that while CNN includes a range of perspectives on air, they have never questioned the vice president’s race directly. “We have nutty people with strongly held beliefs,” Cooper explained, referring to instances where controversial figures or opinions are featured in a bid for diversity across the dialogue.

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As the discussion progressed, Charlamagne dropped the topic of Harris but reiterated his concerns regarding the lack of robust coverage of Trump.

“I think no network has honest conversations about Donald Trump,” he stated, remarking that the level of critical analysis surrounding Trump’s conduct had waned since his initial campaigns in 2016. The radio host pointed out the apparent double standards in how Trump was discussed, noting the comparative treatment he received about other political figures, including Hillary Clinton and President Biden.

Cooper defended his and CNN’s position, claiming, “I don’t know what you’ve been watching,” as he asserted that the network did not shy away from discussing the adverse implications of Trump’s political maneuvers. However, Charlamagne remained steadfast, critiquing Cooper’s assertion that the public was well-informed about Trump’s rhetoric. “I don’t believe that,” he responded, arguing that even in discussions with Harris, the vice president admitted to gaps in public knowledge concerning Trump’s actions and words.

This discourse brought attention to Harris’s recent public engagements, including a press conference where she denounced Trump’s rhetoric as damaging and dangerous. “In just the past week, Donald Trump has repeatedly called his fellow Americans the enemy from within,” Harris stated, elucidating her concerns over Trump’s ongoing rhetoric. She emphasized the boundaries that Trump sought to blur with his claims, suggesting that dissenters, including judges and journalists, could easily be categorized as “enemies” in Trump’s worldview.

Anderson Cooper and Charlamagne Tha God clash on CNN Thursday // Kamala Harris and Anderson Cooper at CNN Town Hall - GettyImages
Kamala Harris and Anderson Cooper at CNN Town Hall – GettyImages

Harris underscored the implications of Trump’s assertions, framing his calls for power as unchecked and dangerous to democratic processes.

“We know what Donald Trump wants. He wants unchecked power,” she declared, raising further questions about accountability and the role of media in depicting this reality.

As the heated debate unfolded between Cooper and Charlamagne, it illuminated the ongoing struggle within media insights—where coverage may ebb and flow based on narrative dynamics—as well as the distinct challenges posed when confronting figures as polarizing as Trump. The dialogue surrounding media responsibility in reporting alleged fascist behavior alongside identity politics reflects broader concerns regarding how political figures are vetted and scrutinized.

The exchange between the two serves as a stark reminder of the growing partisan divides in America, the complexities involved with representation in media, and the imperative for honest dialogue on the state of democracy. As the nation gears up for the election cycle, these discussions become increasingly critical, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of both political rhetoric and media accountability. This kind of engagement could influence public perception and might very well shape the political landscape in the coming months.

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