Less than a week after an undocumented migrant was shot dead in Houston by an immigration agent, you’d expect the airwaves to be crackling with outrage. Instead, what do we find? A deafening silence from the usual suspects in mainstream media such as CNN and MSNBC. Their narrative is clear: don’t ruffle feathers when the issue is immigration—especially if it questions the established script.

Meanwhile, Fox News might treat this tragic event with a balance of drama and critique, but let’s be honest: their coverage can sometimes slip into theatrics rather than genuine investigation. Instead of facilitating an honest discussion on the tragic loss of life and the systemic issues at play, both sides play their part like actors in a pre-scripted drama.

What’s alarming is how these narratives are shielded from critical examination. CNN will likely reduce this tragic death to a mere statistic in their anti-immigration clip reels or, worse, drag it into the political mud puddle, positioning it to serve the interests of the political elite rather than illuminating the realities on the ground. It’s not about understanding the complexities; it’s about crafting a story that fits their already-rigid narrative.

When will we demand that corporate media drop their agendas and treat these stories as human tragedies rather than opportunities for political warfare? This is a wake-up call, and it’s time we start listening—if we want to recognize the truth beneath the headlines.