Donald Trump, at a pre-inauguration rally, launched a stinging attack on ABC News anchor David Muir, criticizing him for alleged biased fact-checking during a recent debate. Trump accused Muir of siding with his political opponents and engaging in unfair reporting practices. “They try to get you with gotcha questions,” Trump told the cheering crowd, referencing Muir’s perceived aggressive questioning during the debate.
The former president also claimed that Muir’s fact-checking was inaccurate and designed to undermine his positions on key issues, including immigration and the economy. Trump’s supporters enthusiastically echoed his sentiments, chanting slogans against the mainstream media and accusing news outlets like ABC of spreading fake news.
The rally, held in a key swing state, underscored Trump’s continued focus on media criticism as a central theme of his political messaging. He has frequently attacked journalists and news organizations throughout his career, accusing them of bias and unfair treatment. This latest attack on Muir highlights the ongoing tension between Trump and the media, a relationship characterized by mutual suspicion and frequent clashes. The incident is likely to further fuel the debate over media objectivity and the role of fact-checking in political discourse. The White House has yet to comment on the remarks. The rally concluded with Trump promising to continue fighting for his supporters and railing against what he perceives as a corrupt and biased media establishment.
