Without evidence of any kind, NBC Nightly News anchor recklessly linked Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield’s reversal of a coverage decision to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Such a move does not render a public service, but instead further inflames the public discourse.
Watch the entire report, as aired on NBC Nightly News on Thursday, December 5th, 2024 (click “expand” to view the full transcript):
LESTER HOLT: While we still don’t know the motive behind the killing of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, the shocking crime has sent a chill through the insurance industry. And it comes as many Americans are voicing their frustrations over coverage denials. And tonight, one insurer is reversing course after facing major backlash. Ann Thompson reports.
ANN THOMPSON: An about-face from Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, reversing its plan to put…
