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The BBC News CEO has defended the integrity of the broadcaster’s journalists following the resignation of top executives amid criticism over the editing of a controversial Trump documentary. In a statement, the CEO insisted that BBC journalists remain professional and unbiased, emphasizing the organization’s commitment to trustworthy reporting.  The resignations have sparked debate across British media, with critics questioning editorial decisions and supporters defending journalistic independence. This video covers the developments, public reactions, and implications for the BBC, highlighting the tension between media accountability and editorial freedom.  #BBC #BBCNews #Journalism #MediaIntegrity #NewsCEO #BritishMedia #TrumpDocumentary #MediaEthics #NewsResignation #UKNews #PressFreedom #MediaControversy #BBCResignations #NewsAccountability

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00:00Deborah have you found the BBC?

00:06I would like to say it has been the privilege of my career to serve as the CEO of BBC News

00:13and to work with our brilliant team of journalists.

00:16I stepped down over the weekend because the buck stops with me.

00:20But I'd like to make one thing very clear, BBC News is not institutionally biased.

00:27That's why it's the world's most trusted news provider.

00:32Why did you fail to deal with the mistakes that were made?

00:36Thank you so much for being here.

00:38Do you think that the journalists are corrupt, Mike?

00:42Of course our journalists are corrupt.

00:45Our journalists are hard-working people who strive for impartiality,

00:49and I will stand by their journalism.

00:51Is there institutional bias at the BBC?

00:53There is no institutional bias. Mistakes are made, but there's no institutional bias.

00:56Why weren't the mistakes dealt with on Trump, on anti-Semitism, on women's rights?

01:01I'm sure that story will emerge, but for now I'm going to go in and see our team.

01:04Do you think the board acted against you?

01:06Do you think the board acted against you?

01:08This way, Deborah.

01:09Thank you. We're going in.

01:11Thank you, everyone.

01:15Too late. We've missed it. We've missed it. We've missed it.

01:18It was worth a go. We must come back. Cheers.

01:21Bye.

01:26Bye.

01:56Bye.

02:26Bye.

02:56Bye.

03:26Bye.

03:56Bye.

04:26Bye.

04:56Bye.

04:57Bye.

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