Bill Maher, Seth MacFarlane Debate Media Trustworthiness

Maher criticizes media for prioritizing narrative over truth, while MacFarlane defends journalistic integrity.

Bill Maher and Seth MacFarlane engaged in a heated debate over the reliability of news media on an episode of 'Real Time.'
MacFarlane defended the traditional news-gathering process, highlighting the efforts journalists make to research, fact-check, and adhere to editorial oversight.
Maher expressed skepticism about the media, arguing that many outlets prioritize narrative over unbiased truth.
MacFarlane cautioned Maher against echoing sentiments similar to those of Donald Trump, who famously criticized the press.
Maher concluded by criticizing the media for pandering to their audience’s preferences, suggesting that this practice compromises the objective delivery of news.