URGENT UPDATE: President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on The New York Times late Tuesday night, labeling its reporting on his health as “treasonous.” This latest outburst occurred following his speech in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, where he also addressed issues like immigration and domestic policy.
In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump accused the newspaper of publishing “FAKE reports” to “libel and demean” him. “They are true Enemies of the People, and we should do something about it,” he declared. His comments have sparked widespread mockery on social media, with political analysts pointing out the irony of his statements.
Trump’s post read, “I actually believe it’s seditious, perhaps even treasonous… The best thing that could happen to this country would be if The New York Times would cease publication because they are a horrible, biased, and untruthful ‘source’ of information.” He further claimed that the paper had inaccurately reported on his election results, forcing it to apologize for its coverage.
This announcement has raised alarms about Trump’s ongoing rhetoric against the media. Political activist Mike Young tweeted, “Every time Tiny Hands calls reporters ‘Enemies of the People,’ he is telling you he thinks the First Amendment is a character flaw in the Constitution.”
Meanwhile, Evan Rosenfeld from The Bulwark pointedly remarked on X, “Incredibly rich coming from a man who wouldn’t shut up about Biden’s failing mental state. Pot, meet kettle.” Journalist Marcy Wheeler added, “Turns out every third tweet Trump sent starting in 2020 was a seditious attack on Joe Biden.”
The situation is developing, and observers are closely monitoring how this will affect Trump’s public image and his relationship with the media as the political landscape continues to shift ahead of the upcoming elections.
As the fallout from this incident unfolds, it remains crucial for citizens to stay informed about Trump’s latest statements and their implications for freedom of the press and democratic discourse in the United States. Share your thoughts on this developing story as it continues to attract national attention.
