Election 2026: Covering the Digital Campaign Trail in Real-Time

The 2026 election cycle is unlike any before it, with campaigns being won and lost on TikTok, AI-generated messaging, and decentralized misinformation networks. This timely webinar brings together political journalists, social media analysts, and fact-checkers to dissect how newsrooms can effectively cover the fast-paced digital campaign trail while maintaining accuracy and impartiality.

Our expert panel will analyze real-time case studies from ongoing primaries, examining how candidates are using emerging platforms, the role of AI-generated attack ads, and the challenges of reporting on rapidly evolving narratives. We'll also explore how news organizations are leveraging data journalism to track voter sentiment and campaign finance in ways that inform rather than overwhelm audiences.

For political reporters, editors, and newsroom leaders, this session provides essential strategies for navigating the unique challenges of the 2026 election cycle while building audience trust through transparent, accountable reporting.