Kleptocrats fear independent, unfettered, and pluralistic media. Given the power of independent media to expose corruption and contribute to holding powerful actors to account, it is no surprise that the Trump administration has systematically limited its access to the president and senior officials, all the while expanding access for so-called "new media" that proudly serve and amplify his administration's positions.
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Kleptocrats fear independent, unfettered, and pluralistic media. Given the power of independent media to expose corruption and contribute to holding powerful actors to account, it is no surprise that the Trump administration has systematically limited its access to the president and senior officials, all the while expanding access for so-called "new media" that proudly serve and amplify his administration's positions.