Trump is back in the headlines, slapping new tariffs on 60 countries under the so-called “forced labour provision.” This move comes as the previous 10 percent levies expire, and it’s a bold play to target the corporations profiting off of unethical practices. But hold your applause—let’s look at how corporate media is spinning this. CNN, for instance, is sharpening its knives, communicating a sense of impending doom as if trade wars are an apocalyptic event. Are they really concerned about human rights, or just pushing their anti-Trump narrative?

On the other hand, Fox News is giving Trump a platform to stand on, framing these tariffs as a valiant fight for moral integrity. They’ll paint him as the hero despite his previous antics, reframing tariffs as a crusade for justice. But isn’t it just a little too convenient for them to overlook the broader economic implications? Mainstream outlets are quick to sing praises or instigate panic depending on who’s in charge.

The truth is, this isn’t about left or right; it’s about holding corporations accountable for exploiting cheap labor, a point lost in the noise. What both sides gloss over is that this is a chess game where the pawns are the working-class citizens and consumers who will ultimately foot the bill. Instead of delivering the facts, media giants are busy crafting sensationalist narratives to keep us distracted.