Drudge reporting refers to the news aggregation and reporting style made famous by the Drudge Report, a widely-known website founded by Matt Drudge. This site compiles and links to various news stories, often with a sensationalist angle. Drudge reporting impacts media by influencing public discourse and drawing attention to specific issues and viewpoints. It often sets the agenda for other media outlets, as stories featured on the Drudge Report can gain significant traction and coverage. This method of reporting has been both praised for its speed and criticized for its sometimes partisan slant and lack of in-depth analysis. Despite these criticisms,
drudge reporting remains a powerful force in shaping media narratives.