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Monday, November 25, 2024

ABC responds to rigging charges in whistleblower affidavit, ‘we followed the debate rules’ - Hindustan Times

ABC network has finally spoken out amidst rising allegations of bias against Donald Trump during the US presidential debate.

Embroiled by charges of rigging the debate in favour of Kamala Harris after a whistleblower leaked his affidavit on social media, ABC has issued a statement clarifying, “ABC News followed the debate rules that both campaigns agreed on and which clearly state: No topics or questions will be shared in advance with campaigns or candidates.”

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Daily Beast quoted an anonymous source ‘familiar with the matter’ dismissing the purported fact-check “assurances” as untrue. Harris’ campaign has been silent on the issue.

The network's statement has come amidst raging outrage on social media after an anonymous whistleblower's affidavit claiming shocking bias claims went viral. The whistleblower, an employee of ABC, claimed debate questions were shared with Kamala in advance. He/She went on to assert that questions about Biden's health and Kamala's brother-in-law were blocked by her campaign team.

Also Read: Viral whistleblower affidavit claims ABC rigged the debate

The document was widely shared by MAGA fans and Trump supporters including Elon Musk, Bill Ackman and famous Republican faces.

In an open letter to Disney CEO Bob Igner Bill Ackman sought answers for transparency and a probe into the allegations made.

Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) also rushed...



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