Nolan Wells’ friend, Bart Edmiston Jr., is at the center of a media feeding frenzy, and you can bet that establishment outlets like CNN are spinning this narrative to fit their sensationalist agenda. Russell Latino, Edmiston’s attorney, appeared on NewsNation with Chris Cuomo to refute claims based on a so-called “enhanced” sea tow audio call that supposedly identifies his client. This is classic corporate media bait and switch—create a story where none exists and watch the ratings roll in.

Let’s be clear: Latino is straight out calling foul, stating there’s “no evidence” backing the claims. But that doesn’t stop networks like CNN from twisting words and stoking fears. Cuomo asks leading questions designed to manufacture controversy, all while masking his bias in a façade of neutrality. This isn’t journalism; it’s a show—a cheap trick to boost ratings at the expense of real justice.

Old-school media is spiraling into a pit of sensationalism, and viewers should demand better. This case illustrates a dire need for consumers to discern fact from fabrication. They’re only interested in clicks and views, not truth. Corporate media thrives on conflict and drama—we must remain skeptical and vigilant against the narratives being peddled as ‘fact.’ The legal battle will unfold, but right now, it seems the biggest battle is against the narrative constructed by the media itself.