The latest news on Geno Smith demonstrates yet again how corporate media, like ESPN and CNN, peddle sensationalism over substance. In the case of Smith’s assault allegations, everything is conveniently “put on ice” because of a supposed lack of evidence—yet the headlines scream otherwise. What’s more alarming? The slant. These networks portray Smith as a controversial figure without acknowledging the simple fact: no charges mean no crime.

ESPN is quick to amplify controversy; they thrive on it. Their reporting doesn’t just inform; it insinuates guilt. Meanwhile, CNN dances around the issue, framing the story as a ‘suspenseful saga’ rather than focusing on the truth—innocent until proven guilty. This act of spinning narratives not only damages reputations but fuels the cancel culture mentality that seeks to vilify individuals before all the facts are in.

It’s critical to call out this manipulative tendency in the reporting. Instead of journalism, we get a circus designed to entertain rather than enlighten. It’s a routine that has become all too common in a media landscape obsessed with clicks and ratings over integrity. Geno Smith deserves more than a headline that hints at guilt without proof; he deserves the same fair coverage every other individual would receive.