Through his Trews Youtube channel, Russell Brand exposes the lying and hypocrisy of the mainstream media for his nearly 1.2 million subscribers.

Brand’s strong following and a sense that he’s a spokesperson for young, apathetic Britain has turned him into a notable force on the political landscape – so much so that former Labour leader Ed Miliband dropped in for a Q&A days before the UK election.

The comedian turned activist has always been a lightning rod for controversy, and while his hilarious attacks on Fox news have clocked up millions of views, many of his more off-the-wall moments – like his call to come out and hug the police – haven’t gone down so well…

Here are some highs and lows from Brand’s “true news” crusade.

Russell vs Fox News

Who’s F*cking Us Over – HSBC Or Immigrants?

Love the police

God, the meaning of life and Stephen Fry

Fox News’ reaction to the Charlie Hebdo attacks

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