Overview
- Jake Tapper defended CNN on-air Wednesday, saying the network reported a real Iranian statement and that "our job is not to try and please the president."
- CNN had aired two Iranian messages after the ceasefire announcement, including a Supreme National Security Council text that claimed victory and outlined a 10-point plan.
- CNN reporter Matthew Chance said both documents came from Iranian officials and said the security council’s statement was sent by Iran’s top national security body.
- President Trump accused CNN of airing a fabricated text linked to a “fake news site from Nigeria,” demanded a retraction with apologies, and said an investigation was being launched.
- FCC Chair Brendan Carr accused CNN of pushing a hoax, while Tapper and U.S. officials noted Iran often issues conflicting public messages through different government bodies.