The mass media is grappling with a significant trust crisis, with recent Gallup statistics indicating that only 36% of Americans trust the press. President Trump and his allies have intensified this crisis through legal and rhetorical assaults on mainstream news outlets. To address this, top executives from prominent publications, including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, are actively working on strategies to rebuild trust and engagement. This includes increasing transparency, direct interactions with audiences via platforms like Instagram and TikTok, and evolving traditional formats like comment sections to foster a stronger relationship with readers.
President Donald Trump's ongoing attacks on the mainstream press reflect a broader crisis of trust in mass media, where only 36% of Americans express confidence.
New York Times executives emphasize the importance of transparency and engagement with audiences, particularly through social platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
Kahn sees the potential for growth in establishing direct relationships between journalists and audiences, focusing on the human aspects of reporting to elevate its value.
This effort to connect more deeply with readers signals a critical shift in how traditional news outlets are adapting to an increasingly skeptical public.
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