Here we have Tyquan Johnson, a 19-year-old whose birth was hailed as a “miracle” by Pope Leo XIV, embroiled in a double shooting. You would think that corporate media giants like CNN and MSNBC would approach this story with the same scrutiny they apply to, say, a quiet town meeting. Instead, they are likely to sweep this under the rug or spin it as just another “youth in crisis” narrative, while ignoring the deeper implications of glorifying such a miraculous backstory. Talk about contradictory messages!

Fox News might take a different angle, portraying Johnson’s arrest as a failure of the system, while showcasing the supposed heroism of law enforcement tracking him down. But let’s get real: these outlets are not interested in accountability or justice; they’re more about ratings and clicks. A young man labeled as “miraculous” now implicated in violent crime is a goldmine for sensationalist headlines, but does anyone stop to ponder the ramifications of such a dramatic pivot?

Where’s the perspective? Where’s the nuanced conversation about spiritual labels versus personal responsibility? The media needs to do better, but we know they won’t. This sort of reporting is about building narratives—enflaming fears or sparking outrage—rather than seeking the truth. As always, we must remain vigilant, because the mainstream media feeds on our apathy while pushing agendas that serve their corporate overlords.