"Trial by media is a phrase popular in the late 20th century and early 21st century to describe the impact of television and newspaper coverage on a person's re

"Trial by media is a phrase popular in the late 20th century and early 21st century to describe the impact of television and newspaper coverage on a person's reputation by creating a widespread perception of guilt or innocence before, or after, a verdict in a court of law." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trial_by_media https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trial_by_media Not saying that it should only happen in the court system, just saying that since the media has the widespread ability to do so, they need to hold themselves to a certain account and be satisfied that their definition of "in the public interest" is worthy enough.