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Jim Avila

@JimAvilaABC

former ABC News Senior National Correspondent @ABC2020 White House correspondent

 San Diego, CA
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Joined August 2010
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Here are some important work by my son Evan a journalist for Spotlight the story also picked up by the guardian. Important environmental journalism. youtu.be/XTTI0XIphg4
Inside a Gas Boomtown

Inside a Gas Boomtown

Few places in America could be more impacted by President Trump’s e...

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These Deputized Citizens for ICE handcuffed the wrong man and thank goodness his lawyer was there & asked to see the warrant which wasn’t his client.This poor guy literally passed out & needed medical attention because of it.This has to stop. They arrested others unlawfully too.
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The best 5 minutes you’ll spend on this hellsite today….Bill Burr with some serious real talk!
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Trump’s minions are so embarrassed of his inaccuracies and lies, they purge the transcripts of his speeches
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Every journalist should repost this
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BREAKING: In a stunning moment, renowned journalist Scott Pelley just highlighted how Donald Trump is working to stifle free speech in America, and how he plans on fighting back. This is huge.
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"You get detained if you come to the court, or you get detained if you don't come. They're being put in a difficult situation." Around 10 undocumented immigrants were detained by ICE officers on Thursday. 10news.com/news/i-c-e-office…
I.C.E. officers detaining undocumented migrants at San Diego courthouse

I.C.E. officers detaining undocumented migrants at San Diego courthouse

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers are detaining undocumented migrants at courthouses across the country.

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Why Saving Local TV News Should Be at the Top of the Media Priority List barrettmedia.com/2025/05/22/…
Why Saving Local TV News Should Be at the Top of the Media Priority List

Why Saving Local TV News Should Be at the Top of the Media Priority List

The TV news director who figures out how to break through to the younger audience will be a hero to the industry and to our communities.

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My weekly column. barrettmedia.com/2025/05/15/…
How Pete Rose and Pope Leo XIV Came to Dominate the News Cycle

How Pete Rose and Pope Leo XIV Came to Dominate the News Cycle

Two big -- and very different -- stories struck me this week: Pope Leo XIV and Pete Rose. Could these two men be any more different? Pope Leo XIV, a

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My latest column. barrettmedia.com/2025/05/08/…
What a Steady News Media Diet of TV Shows and Podcasts Looks Like

What a Steady News Media Diet of TV Shows and Podcasts Looks Like

Even before my eyes are fully open, I routinely start my day with The New York Times audio app. 

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After seeing @realDonaldTrump’s interview with @abcnews, @JimAvilaABC says media outlets should stop providing him with air time. barrettmedia.com/2025/05/01/…
ABC News Interview With Donald Trump Shows Why News Outlets Should Quit Him Cold Turkey

ABC News Interview With Donald Trump Shows Why News Outlets Should Quit Him Cold Turkey

Respectable news organizations should not bend their standards for access. It’s a decision that damages their reputations as independent, first amendment protected members of the free press.  

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Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump barrettmedia.com/2025/04/10/…
Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump

Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump

Assigning seats by who you think will not ask tough questions defeats the purpose.

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ABC News Interview With Donald Trump Shows Why News Outlets Should Quit Him Cold Turkey | Barrett Media barrettmedia.com/2025/05/01/…
ABC News Interview With Donald Trump Shows Why News Outlets Should Quit Him Cold Turkey

ABC News Interview With Donald Trump Shows Why News Outlets Should Quit Him Cold Turkey

Respectable news organizations should not bend their standards for access. It’s a decision that damages their reputations as independent, first amendment protected members of the free press.  

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Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump barrettmedia.com/2025/04/10/…
Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump

Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump

Assigning seats by who you think will not ask tough questions defeats the purpose.

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.@JimAvilaABC writes that what's happening to @60Minutes is a stain on @CBSNews. barrettmedia.com/2025/04/24/…
What's Happening at 60 Minutes is a Stain on CBS News

What's Happening at 60 Minutes is a Stain on CBS News

CBS should be protecting its most valuable asset, not jeopardizing it by forcing out its top producer and worrying its correspondents.

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What's Happening at 60 Minutes is a Stain on CBS News

What's Happening at 60 Minutes is a Stain on CBS News

CBS should be protecting its most valuable asset, not jeopardizing it by forcing out its top producer and worrying its correspondents.

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nytimes.com/2025/04/21/opini… Perfect rebuke of bill maher

Opinion | Larry David: My Dinner With Adolf (Published 2025)

When a private meeting goes unexpectedly.

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Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump barrettmedia.com/2025/04/10/…
Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump

Why the Rest of the News Media Should Follow the Associated Press and Stand Up to President Trump

Assigning seats by who you think will not ask tough questions defeats the purpose.

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.@JimAvilaABC believes the nation needs experienced, courageous journalists willing to challenge the President who are unafraid of being labeled “enemy of the people.” barrettmedia.com/2025/04/17/…
Why a Strong White House Press Corps Should Be the Desire of Every Media Entity and Every American

Why a Strong White House Press Corps Should Be the Desire of Every Media Entity and Every American

What the nation needs now are experienced, courageous journalists challenging this president and unafraid of being labeled "enemy of the people."

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Why a Strong White House Press Corps Should Be the Desire of Every Media Entity and Every American

Why a Strong White House Press Corps Should Be the Desire of Every Media Entity and Every American

What the nation needs now are experienced, courageous journalists challenging this president and unafraid of being labeled "enemy of the people."

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Why a Strong White House Press Corps Should Be the Desire of Every Media Entity and Every American

Why a Strong White House Press Corps Should Be the Desire of Every Media Entity and Every American

What the nation needs now are experienced, courageous journalists challenging this president and unafraid of being labeled "enemy of the people."

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