The press - The fourth estate

The press began in the 18th century, after Guttenberg created the press in Germany. Transmitted, omitted or manipulated the information, depending on the political power of occasion. Transmits culture, ideals… The American press was important in the past decades: Vietnam war, Watergate etc. A press for the people. Clear media and without manipulation. An independent press that is not manipulated by the power. Currently, what is the role of the American press?