It’s unfortunate that we are so cynical about the press but I think it’s warranted.
Oprah gives a car to everyone in her audience. Some complain it was not free as they had to pay taxes and registration.
That actually happened.
This often on game shows where people win a lot of prizes but not much cash. So they have to sell some/all of the prizes just to the taxes on them.
I’m aware of that but don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.