A 2012 debate highlighted political rivalry between candidates, with Candy Crowley moderating for CNN.

The entities involved

• Mitt Romney →

  American politician and businessman (born 1947)

  • Tim Pawlenty's political activities, including his endorsement of Mitt Romney and his relation to Joe Biden's IRA, are reported.Fri 18:48
• Barack Obama →

  president of the United States from 2009 to 2017 (born 1961)

  • Talks regarding an Iran deal are underway, with a ceasefire reached after deadly exchanges, and Trump supporting Israel.Mon 17:12
  • In 2009, General Electric used its media arm to promote Barack Obama's agenda, while Forbes labeled Jeff Immelt a poor CEO, and GE executives pressured CNBC personnel.Mon 16:53
• CNN →

  American news channel

  • Ellison is preparing to take control of CNN, while Paramount completes the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, and Trump hosts Xi Jinping.Mon 17:21
  • Reports detail the bureau's handling of counterterrorism cases, involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Bloomberg Law, and CNN.Mon 16:46

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