ABC的负责人为Trump的1月6日演讲的报导进行辩护, ABC's head defends coverage of Trump’s Jan. 6 speech, pledges journalism reforms and expansion.

ABC总裁Hugh Marks批评广播公司报导唐纳德·特朗普(Donald Trump)1月6日的演讲, 拒绝接受与英国广播公司编辑错误的比较, ABC Managing Director Hugh Marks addressed criticism of the broadcaster’s coverage of Donald Trump’s January 6 speech, rejecting comparisons to a BBC editing error and stating the ABC has moved past a defensive culture. 他强调了透明度、问责制,以及需要高质量新闻工作,而不必担心政治上的反弹。 He emphasized transparency, accountability, and the need for quality journalism without fear of political backlash. 马克斯宣布计划在2026年将黄金时段节目扩展40%,提升数字内容,并探索Bluey等受欢迎节目的商业机会,该节目在国外产生了大量收入,但对ABC来说很少. Marks announced plans to expand primetime programming by 40% in 2026, boost digital content, and explore commercial opportunities from popular shows like Bluey, which generates significant revenue abroad but little for the ABC. 他还表示有兴趣采用新的市政厅式方案,以促进公众对话。 He also expressed interest in new town hall-style programs to foster public dialogue.