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PBS' Judy Woodruff Apologizes for False Trump-Israel Ceasefire Claim

Woodruff admitted her mistake after incorrectly stating that Trump urged Netanyahu to delay a ceasefire deal for political gain.

  • Woodruff based her comments on reports from Axios and Reuters, which were later denied by both Trump and Netanyahu.
  • The Israeli Prime Minister's office called Woodruff's statements a 'complete lie.'
  • Woodruff issued a public apology, clarifying that her remarks were not based on her original reporting.
  • The erroneous claim was made during live coverage of the Democratic National Convention.
  • Critics have called for greater accountability in journalistic standards.
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