Media framing plays a vital role in shaping public perception of policy issues by influencing how information is presented. Through selective emphasis on certain aspects of a story, media outlets can mold audience interpretations and opinions. This framing affects public understanding of the importance and implications of policies. For example, a focus on specific statistics or emotional stories can evoke different public reactions to the same issue. As a result, how the media covers significant topics can substantially influence the policy agenda and public discourse surrounding those issues.