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Adding another layer of complexity to the narrative is Stephanopoulos's history with the Democratic establishment—having previously served as an advisor to President Bill Clinton. Such ties raise questions about his impartiality as a journalist. Detractors have pointed out that the conflation of personal and political views can often color the reporting, especially in a network affiliated with one of the most polarizing figures in recent history—Donald Trump. As the debate rages on, the insistence on ethical journalism starkly contrasts with the reality of media operations today, with anchors often interjecting their preferences into news narratives.