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Trump's elimination of access could lead to a scenario where legacy media outlets struggle to maintain viewership and influence without the backing of insights provided by former intelligence officers. They will no longer have the ability to weave elaborate narratives based on questionable information funneling through backchannels.
The Future of Political Commentary
As this dynamic evolves, the traditional avenues of expert commentary may become increasingly inaccessible. Public trust in the integrity of intelligence agencies and media institutions may come into question—raise concerns over biased political narratives propagated through certain established channels.