Trump Accuses MSNBC of Threatening Democracy
Former President Donald Trump has escalated his attacks on MSNBC, labeling the news outlet a "threat to our democracy" and questioning its right to broadcast.
Trump’s Social Media Barbs
On Saturday morning, Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to unleash a barrage of criticism against MSNBC.
"MSNBC, COMMONLY KNOWN AS MSDNC, IS A THREAT TO OUR DEMOCRACY. SUCH LYING AND MISREPRESENTATION. BAD PEOPLE AT THE TOP," Trump wrote.
Trump continued his tirade, comparing MSNBC unfavorably to CNN and suggesting that it should not have the "right to broadcast."
Ongoing Battles with News Outlets
Trump’s comments against MSNBC are part of a broader pattern of conflict between the former president and various news organizations.
- Associated Press: The White House barred the Associated Press from White House events after the outlet ignored Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. The AP is now suing the White House over the ban.
- CBS: Trump is also suing CBS, seeking damages for allegedly deceptive editing of an interview with Vice President Kamala Harris on "60 Minutes."
Defamation Lawsuit Settlement
Meanwhile, MSNBC’s parent company, NBCUniversal, recently settled a defamation lawsuit brought by Georgia gynecologist Dr. Mahendra Amin. The lawsuit alleged that MSNBC programs made false statements about Amin, accusing him of performing unnecessary hysterectomies at an ICE center.
The settlement includes a financial component and a term sheet, according to a joint notice obtained by Fox News Digital.
CNN Defamation Settlement
In a related development, CNN reached a settlement with U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young after a jury found that the network had defamed him. The settlement amount was not disclosed, but it reportedly includes punitive damages.
MSNBC Response
MSNBC did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital.
Brian Flood’s Contribution
Fox News Digital’s Brian Flood contributed to this report.
Conclusion
Trump’s attacks on MSNBC and other news outlets raise concerns about the potential for suppression of critical journalism and the erosion of democratic principles. The ongoing lawsuits and settlements highlight the complex legal landscape surrounding defamation and the right to free speech.
