Kellyanne Conway, a trusted ally of President Donald Trump, has voiced serious concerns over what she perceives as unethical behavior by some journalists during her tenure in the first Trump administration.
Conway has accused reporters of overstepping boundaries by directly messaging her teenage daughter in search of personal family information, a move she suggests could lead to potential legal repercussions.
In a candid conversation on the Katie Miller Podcast, Conway revealed, I know theyre watching your podcast, and I have those direct messages, the ones that my daughter shared with me. The podcast, hosted by Katie Miller, a former Trump administration staffer and spouse of current deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, provided a platform for Conway to express her grievances.
She further remarked, Im, you know, a fully recovered attorney, but I know about statutes of limitations, while admitting, the Christian in me has not really been able to find forgiveness for all of them. According to The Washington Examiner, Conway's remarks highlight her frustration with the media's perceived mission to undermine her and President Trump during both his first and current administration.
Conway, who served as senior counselor to the president from January 2017 to January 2021, shared her perspective on the media's role, stating, The medias job is to get the story. But they believe that their mission and calling in life is to get Trump. They dont do that either at this point.
Her tenure in the West Wing was marked by significant personal challenges, including public dissent from her former husband and daughter, Claudia, both of whom used social media to voice their opposition to Trump. This familial discord was eagerly exploited by some media critics of the president.
The issue of journalists contacting her daughter, then just 15 years old, for family insights was particularly troubling for Conway. She described the situation as completely absurd, questioning the ethics of professionals in the media who would engage in such behavior. The idea that anyone, let alone professionals in the media, could direct message your 15-year-old daughter and think its OK is absurd, she asserted, though she refrained from naming the reporters involved. Conway emphasized the need for some kind of standards and rules to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Despite the challenges, Conway remains resolute in her commitment to protecting her family's privacy. She proudly identifies as a momma bear who safeguards family secrets, even when lucrative book deals could tempt her otherwise.
Instead of capitalizing on personal revelations, she has encouraged her daughter to establish a support group aimed at helping young adults navigate the complexities of social media and the uncomfortable situations they may encounter.
Conway's experience underscores the broader debate about media ethics and the boundaries of journalistic inquiry, particularly when it involves the families of public figures. Her call for higher standards and accountability in the media resonates with those who advocate for a more respectful and principled approach to reporting.
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