Trump can get away with saying what he likes about the BBC. But Epstein? That's his one vulnerability | Jonathan Freedland

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The BBC, a bedrock institution in British life, has found itself under scrutiny for its handling of a contentious issue. The central question is whether the network can withstand the pressures of criticism and emerge unscathed.

One significant disparity between Trump's record of dishonesty and the BBC's alleged misrepresentation is that the former pays little heed to conventional bounds of truth or honesty. A staggering 30,573 false or misleading statements have been documented during Trump's tenure in office, averaging around 21 per day. In contrast, the BBC has apologized for an edit in a Panorama program examining Trump's record ahead of the 2024 election.

The BBC's internal report highlights bias on several issues beyond the Panorama edit. This is not fair; Trump's lack of shame allows him to say what he likes without consequence. Those who protect liberal democratic principles must adhere to higher standards, which unfortunately gives Trump a significant advantage.

A concerning trend has emerged in the US government. Eight Senate Democrats broke from their party to end a 42-day shutdown, succumbing to mounting economic pain and risks to Americans' safety. This indicates that even the strongest opponents can be worn down by Trump's relentless tactics.

The Epstein scandal presents an opportunity for the president's critics to gain traction. New documents suggest that Trump may have known more about Epstein's abuse pattern than he has admitted or acknowledged. The reaction from his allies in Congress and on cable news was predictable, but the Epstein scandal is different; it threatens to erode the trust of the Trump base.

In this one area – the Jeffrey Epstein affair – Trump is vulnerable. His willingness to confront this issue directly may be a sign that he is willing to acknowledge areas where he has been wrong or exposed by facts. The White House's efforts to prevent the release of justice department files related to Epstein serves only to heighten the controversy, and the prospect terrifies Trump.

Ultimately, the BBC must ensure its own integrity in order to protect liberal democratic principles. This means being bulletproof against attacks from critics and Trump's allies alike.
 
I mean come on... 30,573 false statements is a whole lotta BS and still we expect the BBC to be better? Like, the guy gets away with that and he's still standing? It's like they're saying, "Oh, we made one tiny mistake, let's just move on." Trump's got no shame and it's kinda sad really. He just spews out whatever he wants and people eat it up. The BBC needs to step up their game and not be so easy on him. And don't even get me started on the Epstein scandal... I'm low-key hoping Trump gets taken down for this one. It's about time someone held him accountable 🤬
 
omg u guys! 🤯 i cant even right now... the way trump is getting away with all this is just wild. 30k+ false statements? that's insane! and like, the bbc making a mistake on one edit doesn't compare to trumps lack of shame or accountability.

i mean, its not fair to expect others to uphold higher standards when he can just spew whatever he wants without consequences. and now we have senate democrats breaking under pressure? sad to say, but it looks like trump is winning this game so far.

but here's the thing: the epstein scandal might be trumps only vulnerability (imo). if he addresses this directly & shows some humanity, that could be a major shift in the narrative. and honestly, his team's attempts to keep the truth under wraps are just making it worse for him...
 
omg did u watch that new episode of the great british baking show?? 🍰👀 i swear the contestants were so stressed out but their cakes looked amazin it's like, how do they even make those perfect little biscuits? 🤔 anyway back to trump and epstein... i dont think its cool that he knew about all those allegations and didnt say nothin lol what kinda dude does that?? 🙄
 
🤔 I'm telling you, this whole thing is fishy... The BBC apologizing for one edit and then suddenly they're expected to be 'bulletproof' against all sorts of criticism? What's the real motive here? Is it just a case of them trying to maintain their 'good guy' image or is there something more sinister at play? And don't even get me started on Trump - he's like a master manipulator, always stirring up controversy and then playing the victim when people call him out. This whole Epstein scandal thing has all the makings of a classic smokescreen...
 
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I'm still trying to wrap my head around all this 🤯... I mean, I know Trump has made some pretty shady statements, but 30k false or misleading claims is wild! 🙄 And yeah, the BBC got slammed for a tiny mistake on that Panorama program... but come on, you can't compare it to that level of dishonesty. It's like apples and oranges, right?

What I find really concerning though is how Trump's allies are always trying to silence anyone who gets in his way, especially when it comes to issues like Epstein. 🚫 It's like they're more worried about protecting him than doing what's right for the country.

And on a related note, have you seen those new docs that suggest Trump might know more about Epstein's abuse pattern than he's letting on? 🤔 That's gotta be uncomfortable for him... and it could be a real game-changer if his critics can use it to their advantage.
 
The BBC is having a bit of an identity crisis – oh no, they made a tiny mistake 🙄! Meanwhile, Trump's been spewing lies like it's going out of style... 30k+ false statements? That's just Tuesday for him 😒. The thing is, if the BBC thinks they're being biased, maybe they should focus on reporting actual fact-checking rather than nitpicking about one tiny edit 📰.

And let's be real, Trump's lack of shame isn't exactly a badge of honor – it's more like a participation trophy 🏆. If the BBC wants to stand up for liberal democratic principles, they need to be solid as a rock (or at least not get roasted by Trump's team 🔥).
 
idk what's going on with trump, he's like a big kid who never grows up 🤪. can't even be bothered to tell the truth, but everyone else gets roasted for it. meanwhile bbc is trying to keep its cool when it comes to trump's nonsense and that's what's gonna get it in trouble imo 🤔. can't have one set of rules for liberals and another for trump, that's just not how democracy works 😒.
 
I'm shocked by how often politicians get away with stretching the truth 🤣! I mean, 21 false statements per day is like me posting memes about food every hour 🍔👀. But seriously, can't Trump just own up to his mistakes and apologize instead of trying to blame everyone else? It's like when my friend borrowed my phone charger and now he's blaming me for not having a spare one 🔋😒.

The BBC being scrutinized is actually kinda funny too... I mean who doesn't love a good institution getting roasted? But seriously, they need to toughen up – just like how I do after a bad gaming session 🎮😂. And what's with the US government shutdown? It's like they're playing chicken on the highway 🚗💨.

I'm not saying Trump is off the hook yet, but this Epstein scandal might be his downfall... or maybe he'll just tweet his way out of it again 🤷‍♂️. One thing's for sure, I'll be watching with popcorn 🍿.
 
🤔 I'm not buying all the hype around this BBC drama 📺. Trump's got a rep for being a master of spin, and 30k+ false statements is just crazy talk 😂. The fact that the BBC apologized for one tiny edit in a program makes them look like they're playing catch-up on Trump's trail of lies. Meanwhile, those Senate Democrats who broke party line were basically forced to cave under economic pressure, not some heroic stand against Trump 🤑.

And don't even get me started on the Epstein scandal – Trump's got this all wrapped up in a bow 🎀. We're expected to believe he was totally clueless about it? Come on! 🙄 The White House is trying to hide stuff, but that just makes it more suspicious. The BBC needs to focus on its own facts and not take the bait from Trump's minions 🤪.
 
🤣 I mean, can we talk about how messed up is it that Trump has been making false statements like they're going out of style? Like 21 per day? That's crazy! And poor BBC for getting caught in the crossfire 🤦‍♂️. But you know what they say, "if you can't take the heat, stay out of the kitchen"... or in this case, the newsroom 🔪📰.

And seriously, who knew a Senate shutdown could happen? Like, didn't those politicians have better things to do... like watching cat videos 🐈😹. But I guess even they can be worn down by Trump's... um... let's call it " charm" 😒.

But hey, on the bright side, maybe this Epstein scandal thing will finally get Trump to admit he was wrong about something (just kidding, probably not) 💁‍♂️.
 
I'm all for holding the BBC accountable, but 30k false statements is wild... 🤯 it's like they're playing a whole different game. I mean, if anyone can spin a narrative like that, it's Trump. And yeah, his lack of shame is concerning, but let's not forget he's got a whole team of lawyers and PR people to smooth things over. The BBC needs to be solid as a rock, no room for error. This isn't about being perfect; it's about maintaining the trust of their audience. The Epstein scandal does seem like an opportunity for Trump's critics to get some momentum though... 🕵️‍♂️
 
You gotta wonder if the BBC is being too soft on itself 🤔. I mean, sure, they made a mistake with that Panorama edit, but 30k+ false statements from Trump? That's a whole different ball game ⚾️. Trump's been playing dirty politics for years and getting away with it. He's like a master of spin, twisting the truth to suit his agenda 🔄.

Meanwhile, when those 8 Senate Democrats broke ranks on that shutdown, you had to wonder if they were just trying to save face or actually standing up for what's right 💡. And now this Epstein scandal? Trump's got his work cut out for him if he wants to convince us he's not a puppet of the dark side 🕷️.

The BBC needs to toughen up its standards and not be so quick to apologize, especially when it comes to fact-checking and holding powerful people accountable 📰. If they want to stay relevant, they need to show some backbone 💪.
 
It's like they're trying to show us that even institutions we trust the most can be tested by the fire of controversy 🤔. I mean, think about it - what does this say about our society when a president like Trump gets away with making so many false statements and still manages to maintain a base of supporters? It's not just about the BBC being biased or dishonest, it's about the fact that we're living in a world where truth is relative and facts are often twisted to serve someone's agenda 📺.

It also got me thinking - what does this say about our politics when even members of Congress can be swayed by economic pain and pressure? It's like they're saying, "You know what? We need to make deals, even if it means compromising on our values." That's not how democracy is supposed to work 🤷‍♂️.

And yeah, the Epstein scandal could be a game-changer for Trump. I mean, who wouldn't want to see their leader get held accountable for something like that? But at the same time, it's also telling that his allies are already trying to discredit anyone who's pushing back against him 🤑. It's all about control and power, right?

The BBC just needs to stay vigilant and remind everyone of the importance of integrity and truth in journalism 💡. We need more institutions like them who are willing to stand up for what's right, even when it's hard 💪.
 
I think the BBC is trying to do a bit too much here 🤔. I mean, we all know that Trump is, um, let's say "fearless" when it comes to speaking his mind, but does that really justify calling him out on some of these questionable statements? It feels like they're taking a stand against him because he's in power, rather than just focusing on the facts. And as for Trump's allies trying to discredit them, well, isn't that what happens when you challenge someone who's used to getting away with things? 🤷‍♂️ I'm not saying the BBC should be intimidated or anything, but maybe they could try taking a step back and just reporting on the facts, rather than inserting themselves into these really tricky politics situations.
 
🤔 The BBC needs to get real about its bias issues. I mean, 30k+ false statements is a whole different ball game. It's like comparing apples and oranges. They need to take responsibility for their own actions, not just whine about the drama surrounding Trump. 💁‍♀️
 
can't believe what's going on with trump he's like a big ol' bully always trying to get away with stuff and now the epstein scandal is coming back to haunt him 🤦‍♂️ guess the bbc deserves some credit for standing up against the fake news machine at least they're not afraid to admit when they're wrong 💯
 
The whole thing just seems so toxic 🤯... Can't we all just try to find some common ground and have a respectful conversation about it? I mean, the BBC is already under fire for one edit, but then you've got this massive discrepancy with Trump's record of lies... it's like, where do we even begin? 🤔 And don't even get me started on the Epstein scandal – it's like, Trump has always been a master of manipulating the narrative to his advantage. 🚫 But at the same time, I think it's fair to say that he should be held accountable for some of the things he's done... and maybe if everyone just took a step back and tried to listen to each other's perspectives, we could have a real discussion about how to move forward 💬
 
come on guys 🤯... Trumps dishonesty is off the charts lol 30k+ false statements is insane, what does that even look like?! 📊 meanwhile the BBC apologizes for a tiny edit in a documentary? let's not forget who's really playing dirty here 🙄

and btw, those Senate Democrats breaking ranks? more power to 'em, I guess 😂. they're standing up against trump's BS when it matters most

the Epstein scandal is definitely an area where trump can get caught off guard 🤦‍♂️. if he doesn't shape up and own this one, he's toast for sure 🔥
 
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