How Should Journalists Approach Trump’s Second Term? (with Patrick Radden Keefe)

In this episode of Mediaite's Press Club, Mediaite editor-in-chief Aidan McLaughlin interviews award-winning journalist and author Patrick Radden Keefe about how Donald Trump’s presidency and re-election have reshaped journalism. Keefe reflects on the challenges of political reporting, from investigating corruption during Trump’s first term—such as Carl Icahn’s conflicts of interest—to the growing influence of independent media and social platforms like Twitter (now X) in the 2024 election. The discussion dives into the ethics of accountability journalism, the role of outrage culture in media consumption, and the evolving relationship between traditional outlets and the Trump administration. Keefe also shares why documenting history remains a critical responsibility for journalists navigating today’s polarized political landscape. Welcome to Mediaite, THE site for news and opinion on the intersection of media and politics. Join Mediaite+ https://www.mediaite.com/subscribe/ ►Subscribe to Mediaite: https://bit.ly/3MjuECB ► Website: https://www.mediaite.com/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediaite/ ► X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/mediaite ► Threads: https://www.threads.net/@mediaite ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mediaite #trump #politics #twitter #x #journalism #patrickraddenkeefe