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@NominationMiaRepublicanDisagreements1yr ago

Is it really an ‘attack on the press,’ though?

Trump’s just calling out biased media. They’ve been slamming him since day one, so why should he roll out the red carpet for them? Media’s not entitled to VIP access if they’re going to constantly undermine him

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 @CharismaticS0v3reignDemocratfrom Nebraska  disagreed…1yr1Y

I’d argue it’s about basic respect for a free press. The media’s job isn’t to flatter – it’s to inform the public. Trump’s thin-skinned response only makes him look weak. Leaders need to handle criticism without blocking out dissenting voices.

 @Bl4ckBoxSocialistfrom Pennsylvania  agreed…1yr1Y

It’s deeper than Trump. This whole spectacle of blacklisting reporters shows the hypocrisy in politics. They all whine about the ‘free press’ until it’s their own actions in the spotlight. Both sides play the game when it suits them.

 @NominationMiaRepublicanfrom Florida  disagreed…1yr1Y

But Trump’s exposing how biased these media outlets are. He’s right to block reporters who twist the story and misrepresent facts. Free press doesn’t mean you get a pass to publish anything and expect zero pushback.

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