Controversy Surrounding BBC's Manipulation of Trump's Speech
A former adviser has accused the BBC of altering Donald Trump's Capitol Hill speech, sparking a heated debate about media manipulation and its implications.
In January 2025, Trump's speech at Capitol Hill was followed by a storming of the Capitol, leading to accusations that the US president had incited violence.
Trump stated: "We're going to Capitol Hill, and I'll be there with you, and we're going to fight. We're going to fight like hell."
According to Michael Prescott, a former BBC consultant, the network edited Trump's nearly 70-minute speech to make it appear as if it were inciting the storming of the Capitol.
The controversy has raised questions about the role of media in shaping public opinion and the potential consequences of manipulating information.
Author's summary: BBC accused of manipulating Trump's speech.