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Critics Accuse CNN of Bias in Terror Coverage

3/12/2026

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Right-leaning commentators claim CNN misreported that Mayor Zohran Mamdani was the target of a New York City terror attack, which involved two ISIS-linked suspects.
Abby Phillip, a CNN anchor, issued an on-air correction after backlash for her initial claim.
Critics argue CNN's coverage reflects a broader pattern of bias, suggesting the network prioritizes narratives aligned with Democratic viewpoints.

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Story summary

Right-leaning commentators claim CNN misreported that Mayor Zohran Mamdani was the target of a New York City terror attack, which involved two ISIS-linked suspects.
Abby Phillip, a CNN anchor, issued an on-air correction after backlash for her initial claim.
Critics argue CNN's coverage reflects a broader pattern of bias, suggesting the network prioritizes narratives aligned with Democratic viewpoints.