President Donald Trump has now reportedly launched a new attack on CNN and The New York Times, branding the journalists from both outlets as “bad and sick people.”
His remarks came in response to reports that questioned the effectiveness of his recent military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, which he had claimed resulted in a significant setback for Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump expressed his frustration over what he perceived as biased media coverage.
Both outlets reported that a preliminary intelligence assessment cast doubt on his assertions, suggesting that the strikes might have only delayed Iran’s nuclear program by a few months rather than achieving the total obliteration he claimed.
This prompted Trump to dispute the reports, arguing that they undermined the bravery of U.S. service members who executed the operations.
During a press conference, Trump stated, “They [the service members] put their lives on the line, and then real scum come out and write reports that are as negative as they could possibly be.”
He emphasized that such reporting should celebrate the heroism of the military rather than demean their efforts.
In his Truth Social post, Trump reiterated his disdain for what he called “fake news,” accusing the Times and CNN of colluding to diminish the success of the military operation.
“They tried to demean the great work our B-2 pilots did, and they were wrong in doing so,” he wrote. “These reporters are just BAD AND SICK PEOPLE.”
Despite the critical media narrative, an Israeli intelligence assessment released shortly after Trump’s comments supported his claims, stating that the strikes had indeed destroyed critical infrastructure at the Fordow enrichment facility and set back Iran’s nuclear capabilities by “many years.”
Trump’s response reflects a broader pattern of his interactions with the media, particularly when it comes to military successes and national security issues.
His administration has often positioned itself against critical narratives, especially those emerging from major news organizations.
The ongoing debate surrounding U.S. involvement in Iran underscores the complexities of foreign policy in an increasingly contentious global landscape.
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