Why I Keep Coming Back to my "Trump vs. the Media" Resource (A free resource exploring President Trump's relationship with the press)

When I first created my "Trump vs. the Media" resource in July 2025, it was designed to be a comprehensive look at the historical tension between a political leader and the press. It was immediately clear that this was a topic many of you were looking for—it quickly became my most popular free resource on my Teachers Pay Teachers site.

The tite slide of my free resource, Trump Vs the Media

The original resource covered the foundational ideas of the "Fourth Estate", the historical context of Trump's relationship with the media, and a timeline of the tensions during his first term. But what's so fascinating and challenging about this topic is that it is constantly evolving.

Since July, so much has happened that a simple resource would already be outdated. That’s why I've spent the past few weeks updating the entire file, from the original version to a new, comprehensive guide that's current through today, September 13, 2025.

My commitment to this resource is a reflection of my commitment to all the materials I create: they must be accurate, relevant, and useful. The new version of "Trump vs. the Media" is a testament to that.

The key updates include:

• New Timelines: I've added two new timelines that detail events from January through September 2025. These include the Press Pass Purge and the creation of an "America First News" network.

• The Colbert Cancellation Case Study: A two-part case study explores the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. It examines the official reason for the cancellation—financial challenges—and the controversy surrounding it, including the timing just three days after Colbert criticized Paramount's $16 million settlement with President Trump.

• Media's Response: The updated resource now includes new slides on how media outlets are responding to these challenges, from fighting back in court to appointing a news ombudsman and even using AI to assist in their work.

  
  

This isn't just a simple refresh; it's a complete overhaul to ensure that every educator and student has access to the most current information possible. Because the relationship between power and the press is more important than ever, and our students deserve the best tools to understand it.

To get the updated version, just head to my Teachers Pay Teachers site! It remains a free resource, so if you've already downloaded it, you can simply grab the new version.

Thank you for your continued support, and I hope this new version helps spark some great conversations in your classroom.

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