Vice President JD Vance unleashed a sharp rebuke against an ABC national correspondent for a scathing online jab at a key White House figure, calling the remark a shameful display of bias.
The controversy erupted early Sunday when ABC’s Terry Moran took to X with a now-deleted post branding White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy Stephen Miller as a “world-class hater.” As reported by the Daily Caller, Vance quickly fired back, posting a screenshot of Moran’s words and labeling them a “vile smear.”
Vance didn’t hold back in his response, pointing out what he saw as blatant hostility in Moran’s words. “An ABC journalist posted this absolutely vile smear of Stephen Miller. It’s dripping with hatred,” Vance declared. He urged the public to keep this incident in mind when consuming ABC’s coverage of the current administration, hinting at a deeper bias within the network.
Delving deeper, Vance offered a personal perspective on Miller, pushing back against Moran’s harsh characterization. “As it happens, I know Stephen quite well. And he’s motivated by love of country,” Vance asserted.
He went further, suggesting Miller’s drive comes from a concern that elites craft rules for everyday Americans while exempting themselves. “He’s motivated by a fear that people like Terry Moran make rules that normal Americans have to follow, but well-connected people don’t,” Vance added. It’s a pointed critique, implying a disconnect between media figures and the public they claim to serve.
Vance also tied Miller’s passion to his tireless efforts within the administration, arguing that such dedication deserves respect, not derision. “It’s why he fought so hard and works so hard to implement the agenda,” Vance noted. One might wonder if Moran’s keyboard courage would fare as well under similar scrutiny.
In the wake of Vance’s counterattack, he called for accountability from ABC, insisting the network owes Miller an apology. “ABC should apologize to Stephen. What Terry posted is disgraceful,” Vance stated.
Yet, ABC has remained silent on the matter, offering no immediate comment when approached by reporters. This lack of response only fuels questions about whether the network stands by Moran’s words or simply hopes the storm will pass. Sometimes, silence speaks louder than any press release.
Moran’s post, though deleted, has already left a digital footprint, thanks to Vance’s screenshot and swift reaction. It’s a reminder that in the age of social media, words thrown out in haste can boomerang with unexpected force. Perhaps a moment of reflection before hitting “post” could save a lot of headaches.
This isn’t the first time Moran has courted controversy with his public statements. He previously pressed for action to bring an alleged MS-13 member, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, back to the United States from El Salvador to face federal human trafficking charges. Garcia has since returned to stand trial, but Moran’s vocal stance raised eyebrows among those wary of media overreach.
Critics might argue that Moran’s pattern of outspokenness reveals a tendency to blur the line between reporting and advocacy. When journalists step into the arena of personal opinion, especially with such charged language, they risk undermining trust in their profession. It’s a tightrope walk, and Moran seems to have stumbled.
Meanwhile, Vance’s defense of Miller underscores a broader tension between conservative figures and mainstream media outlets. The clash highlights a growing frustration with what many on the right see as a progressive slant in newsrooms, where personal disdain too often colors coverage. It’s a divide that shows no sign of narrowing anytime soon.
Adding fuel to the fire, ABC is no stranger to legal and reputational challenges. The network recently settled a defamation lawsuit brought by President Donald Trump after one of its hosts, George Stephanopoulos, made inflammatory remarks during a heated interview. The incident involved Stephanopoulos labeling Trump in a way that prompted legal action, further tarnishing ABC’s image among conservative audiences.
While the specifics of the settlement remain undisclosed, the lawsuit’s resolution suggests ABC is treading on thin ice when it comes to managing its on-air and online rhetoric. Pairing this with Moran’s recent outburst against Miller, one might quip that ABC’s editorial compass seems perpetually pointed toward controversy. Discretion, it appears, is not their strong suit.
For now, the spotlight remains on Vance’s call for an apology and ABC’s next move in this unfolding drama. Whether the network addresses Moran’s remarks or continues its silence, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the power—and peril—of words in today’s hyper-connected world. As this story develops, it’s clear that every keystroke counts, and accountability isn’t just a suggestion; it’s a necessity.
