Overview

• Rainn Wilson, during an interview with MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle, challenged her assertion that declining trust in media is primarily the result of deliberate efforts by figures like Donald Trump, Steve Bannon, and Elon Musk.
• Wilson criticized left-leaning media outlets for insufficient scrutiny of the Biden administration compared to their coverage of the Trump administration, calling them 'Cleopatra, queen of denial.'
• Stephanie Ruhle defended her position, arguing that media bias is overstated and pointing to consistent criticism of President Biden on issues like immigration.
• Gallup data from October shows that 36% of Americans express no trust in mainstream media, highlighting a broader crisis of confidence in institutions.
• Wilson also noted that many individuals have disengaged from news consumption, reporting improved mental well-being as a result.