Overview

• Kari Lake's speech at the Republican National Convention targeted the mainstream media, calling them 'fake news.'
• An interview with 12 News' Mark Curtis escalated as Lake accused the media of dividing the country.
• Lake's comments reflect a broader pattern of hostility from MAGA supporters towards journalists.
• Incidents involving Marjorie Taylor Greene and Trump Jr. highlight ongoing media distrust among Trump loyalists.
• Republicans argue that media criticism contributes to national division, while journalists emphasize their role in holding power accountable.