It’s shocking that nearly five days after devastating double earthquakes in Caracas, Venezuela, mainstream media outlets have only skimmed the surface of this tragedy. CNN and MSNBC seem more interested in narrative-spinning than in delivering the raw, unfiltered truth about the urgent search and rescue operations underway. Instead of focusing on the heroic efforts of rescue teams and the dire realities the Venezuelan people are facing, they dilute the gravity of the situation with feel-good stories or politically charged commentary.

Meanwhile, Fox News might report the earthquakes, but let’s be real: they often seize the opportunity to play partisanship despite the suffering. It’s as though they can’t resist the temptation to link this disaster to some broader “failure” narrative regarding Venezuela’s government without addressing the humanitarian crisis in real time. They’re feeding into the stereotypes instead of showing real, empathetic coverage.

With every hour that passes, lives might be lost, yet you won’t see these outlets mobilizing the public to send aid or support. They’d rather keep the audience entertained with their usual political circus. Their tendency to omit facts in favor of sensationalism does a disservice not only to the victims but to viewers who deserve genuine journalism.

What’s the takeaway? It’s time for media to prioritize truth over agenda—the people of Venezuela deserve more than headlines. They need our attention and action, not just corporate talking points.