Paul Krugman Accuses Media of Downplaying Trump’s Actions

The former New York Times columnist claims mainstream outlets, including his previous employer, are softening coverage of the president's controversial behavior.

• Paul Krugman, a former New York Times columnist, criticized the media for 'sane-washing' President Trump's actions, portraying them as more measured than they are.
• Krugman left the Times in late 2024, citing increasing editorial interference that he felt diluted his arguments and introduced false equivalence.
• During an MSNBC interview, Krugman expressed concern that critical details in news stories, such as Elon Musk's attack on USAID, are often buried or downplayed in mainstream reporting.
• He emphasized the importance of the New York Times and other conventional outlets but argued they fail to fully convey the gravity of current political developments.
• Krugman now publishes independently on Substack, where he feels freer to address issues without moderating his tone to appear 'sensible.'

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