Category: Bullying

Donald Trump’s rhetorical style is straight out of middle school. He’s like an eighth-grade girl.

Trump Tells Jared Polis and Colorado ‘RINO’ to ‘Rot in Hell’

President Trump attacked Colorado Governor Jared Polis and a Republican district attorney in a December 31st Truth Social post, calling Polis a “scumbag” and the DA “disgusting” while telling both to “rot in Hell.” Trump’s outburst targeted officials responsible for prosecuting former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, who is serving nine years in prison for seven state-level charges related to 2020 election interference, including providing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell’s associate unauthorized access to county election software.

Trump falsely claimed earlier in December that he had pardoned Peters, stating she was being “relentlessly” targeted for “demanding honest elections.” However, Trump lacks authority to pardon individuals convicted of state-level crimes; Peters’ conviction and imprisonment remain valid regardless of any presidential pardon claim. Trump characterized her prosecution as evidence that Democrats prosecute election-security advocates while ignoring their own alleged mail-in ballot fraud, assertions contradicted by documented fact patterns showing no evidence of widespread voter fraud in Colorado or nationally.

Trump previously weaponized disaster aid to Colorado, denying federal assistance following wildfires and flooding while Governor Polis governed the state. This pattern of targeting Colorado’s Democratic leadership demonstrates Trump’s use of presidential authority to punish political opponents, further illustrating the authoritarian consolidation of power through weaponized governance.

Trump’s attack on a fellow Republican official as a “RINO” (Republican In Name Only) reflects his ongoing purge of party members who do not demonstrate absolute loyalty to him personally. His refusal to accept Peters’ lawful conviction—despite her documented actions undermining election integrity through unauthorized system access—prioritizes Trump’s electoral narrative over institutional accountability and rule of law.

The Truth Social post exemplifies Trump’s pattern of attacking state officials and judicial processes when outcomes conflict with his interests, framing legitimate prosecutions as political persecution while simultaneously attempting to overturn state convictions through false pardon claims that carry no legal weight.

(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/trump-tells-scumbag-governor-and-disgusting-rino-to-rot-in-hell/)

Kennedy Center president claims ‘legacy media’ is encouraging artists to boycott performances over Trump name change | The Independent

Kennedy Center president Richard Grenell accused major news outlets CNN, The Washington Post, and The New York Times of encouraging artists to boycott performances in response to the Trump administration’s attempt to rename the institution the Trump-Kennedy Center. Grenell made these claims without providing evidence across multiple X posts, stating that “legacy media are left wing activists.” Critics, including former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger, demanded Grenell produce the alleged emails, which would violate journalistic standards.

Multiple artists have canceled performances at the Kennedy Center since the board’s controversial February vote to add Trump’s name to the statutorily protected institution. Jazz supergroup The Cookers canceled New Year’s Eve concerts, with saxophonist Billy Harper stating he would not perform at a venue “bearing a name (and being controlled by the kind of board) that represents overt racism and deliberate destruction of African American music and culture.” The Doug Varone and Dancers troupe withdrew from an April 2026 performance, and drummer Chuck Redd canceled a longstanding Christmas Eve jazz concert in protest. In response to Redd’s cancellation, Grenell demanded $1 million from the artist, labeling the withdrawal a “political stunt.”

Trump attacked the Kennedy family on social media hours after the death of JFK’s granddaughter, amplifying MAGA supporters’ mockery of their objections to the name change. The administration installed MAGA-friendly board members in February and named Trump chairman of the center, abandoning the institution’s bipartisan tradition. Some observers dispute the legality of the board’s voting process, noting that a congresswoman was muted during the call and prevented from voicing criticism.

The attempted renaming has damaged the Kennedy Center’s financial performance and viewership. Ticket sales reached their worst levels in years following Trump’s takeover, according to October analysis by The Washington Post. The Kennedy Center Honors viewership dropped 35 percent year-over-year when Trump became the first president to host the event.

The Trump administration defended the name change as necessary to save the institution from deterioration, disregarding criticism from Kennedy family members and the broader artistic community. Grenell’s unsubstantiated allegations of media coordination appeared designed to shift focus from the substantive objections raised by canceling artists regarding Trump’s control of the culturally significant venue.

(Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-kennedy-center-artist-boycott-b2892457.html)

Donald Trump Attacks Kennedy Family on Truth Social Hours After Death of JFK’s Granddaughter Tatiana Schlossberg

Hours after Caroline Kennedy’s daughter Tatiana Schlossberg died on December 30 at age 35 from acute myeloid leukemia, President Donald Trump shared screenshots on Truth Social mocking the Kennedy family for objecting to his decision to rename the Kennedy Center after himself. Trump did not acknowledge Schlossberg’s death; instead, he amplified MAGA supporters’ attacks on the Kennedys, claiming they had neglected the performing arts venue and failed to support it financially.

The Kennedy Center board voted on December 18 to rename the historic memorial—originally dedicated to President John F. Kennedy following his 1963 assassination—as the “Trump-Kennedy Center,” with work crews adding Trump’s name above Kennedy’s existing inscription. Multiple board members and family representatives challenged the process, asserting the vote was not unanimous and violated federal law prohibiting renaming the center without Congressional approval.

Kennedy Center board member Rep. Joyce Beatty reported she was muted during the call and prevented from voicing opposition to the renaming. She stated the vote was not on the agenda, lacked consensus, and constituted an attempt to circumvent law and deny citizens a voice in the decision. Joe Kennedy III argued that the Kennedy Center, established by Congress as a memorial to a fallen president, cannot be renamed any more than the Lincoln Memorial can be.

Family members responded with tributes to Schlossberg rather than engaging Trump’s attacks. Caroline Kennedy’s cousin Maria Shriver wrote that Schlossberg “fought like hell” to survive, describing her as a “beautiful, courageous spirit” and expressing her solidarity with Caroline Kennedy during the family’s mourning.

(Source: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/donald-trump-attacks-kennedy-family-021944814.html)

Trump will support more strikes on Iran if it rebuilds its missiles program

President Trump declared Monday that he would support Israeli military strikes against Iran if the country rebuilds its ballistic missile or nuclear weapons programs, stating “we will knock the hell out of them.” Speaking ahead of a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Palm Beach residence, Trump claimed he had learned Iran was attempting to expand its missile capabilities and threatened military action to prevent such advancement.

Trump referenced his June authorization of U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, which he had previously claimed totally destroyed the country’s capabilities. He conditioned future support for Israeli action on Iran’s continued weapons development, saying “if they will continue with the missiles, yes. The nuclear, fast,” signaling readiness to endorse immediate strikes if nuclear programs resumed.

During the Monday meeting with Netanyahu, Trump also endorsed granting the Israeli prime minister a pardon from Israeli President Isaac Herzog, calling Netanyahu a “wartime prime minister who’s a hero” and claiming Herzog told him a pardon was forthcoming. Netanyahu is currently facing a corruption trial and has requested the preemptive pardon before any potential conviction.

The meeting occurred as Netanyahu and Trump discussed escalating Iranian threats and the Gaza ceasefire. Trump’s statements on Iran followed his hosting of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago the previous day, where Trump expressed optimism about negotiating an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, demonstrating his administration’s willingness to pursue military action against some adversaries while seeking diplomatic deals with others.

(Source: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-support-more-strikes-iran-203217312.html)

Trump threatens lawsuit against Fed Chair Jerome Powell

President Trump announced he is considering filing a lawsuit against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, citing “gross incompetence” over renovations to Federal Reserve buildings. During a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump claimed the construction project was poorly managed and that the costs ballooned unnecessarily, calling Powell’s oversight of the work his “baby” and describing the outcome as incompetent.

Powell has disputed Trump’s characterization of the renovation expenses. The Federal Reserve published a FAQ addressing the claims, clarifying that the project was first approved in 2017 and has undergone annual budget review by the Fed’s board of governors since its inception, contradicting Trump’s narrative of unchecked spending under Powell’s watch.

Trump has previously threatened legal action against Powell and has repeatedly demanded his resignation, stating “He should resign. It would be a favor to the nation.” However, Trump indicated he would allow Powell to complete his term, which ends in May, noting he was “so close” to the term’s conclusion and acknowledged Powell’s impending departure even as he suggested he might still remove him.

Trump originally nominated Powell to lead the Federal Reserve during his first presidency, and President Biden subsequently renominated Powell for a second four-year term. Trump’s ongoing fixation on the Federal Reserve leadership and his repeated attacks on Powell reflect his broader pattern of targeting the institution when monetary policy decisions conflict with his economic demands.

This lawsuit threat represents another instance of Trump weaponizing the legal system against federal officials who do not comply with his directives. The Federal Reserve’s independence from presidential control is foundational to U.S. economic stability; Trump’s repeated attempts to intimidate, remove, or sue the Fed chair directly undermine that institutional autonomy.

(Source: https://thehill.com/business/5665840-trump-powell-lawsuit-fed-buildings/amp/)

White House calls for “60 Minutes” producers to be fired: “Clean house” – Newsweek

Stephen Miller, a senior adviser to President Donald Trump, demanded that CBS News fire producers who objected to the network’s decision to pull a 60 Minutes segment from Sunday’s broadcast. Miller told Fox News on Tuesday that every producer involved in the “revolt” should be terminated, stating “Clean house. Fire them.”

CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss removed the 13-minute segment titled “Inside CECOT” just three hours before air, which documented interviews with Venezuelan men deported by the Trump administration to El Salvador’s CECOT prison without trials or due process. Weiss claimed the story needed additional reporting and suggested adding an interview with Miller or another Trump official, though correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi stated the piece had passed all legal and editorial reviews and was ready to broadcast.

Alfonsi rejected Weiss’s explanation in a message to CBS colleagues, stating the decision was “not an editorial decision, it is a political one” and warned that allowing the administration to block stories through non-participation gives them a “kill switch” for inconvenient reporting. She noted the segment had already been promoted to viewers, and its absence without explanation would be correctly identified as corporate censorship.

Miller defended the deportations on Fox News, falsely characterizing the Venezuelan men as “monsters” and “murderers and rapists,” despite reporting that many lacked U.S. criminal records and had only violated immigration laws. According to the Cato Institute, approximately 240 Venezuelan men were deported to CECOT in March; Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International have documented that prisoners there are denied attorney and family contact and face widespread mistreatment.

The segment subsequently appeared online, intensifying backlash against CBS News. Multiple veteran correspondents questioned Weiss’s decision during a Monday meeting, Democratic Senator Brian Schatz called the situation “a terrible embarrassment,” and internal sources reported staff threatening to resign over the incident. Weiss stated the segment will air eventually, though timing remains unclear.

(Source: https://www.newsweek.com/white-house-calls-60-minutes-producers-to-be-fired-stephen-miller-11260869)

Donald Trump Threatens Americans to ‘Enjoy What May be Your Last Merry Christmas’

Donald Trump posted a Christmas Day message on Truth Social attacking Democrats, the New York Times, and others connected to Jeffrey Epstein, claiming he was “the only one who did drop Epstein” before concluding with a veiled threat: “Enjoy what may be your last Merry Christmas!” The statement came as the Department of Justice released additional files from Epstein investigations, including a document containing an unverified 1999 rape allegation against Trump reported by a former limousine driver.

The FBI intake report, dated October 27, 2020, describes an alleged incident where the driver claimed Trump discussed “abusing some girl” and repeatedly mentioned “Jeffrey” during a phone call. According to the document, an unnamed woman present allegedly stated Trump and Epstein had raped her, though the account remains unverified and was submitted to the FBI shortly before the 2020 election.

The DOJ preemptively characterized the allegations as “untrue and sensationalist claims” in a statement released December 23. These document releases occur under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which Trump signed in November despite previously opposing similar legislation—a shift motivated by his desire to access and control the narrative surrounding files that name him and feature photographs of him with Epstein.

Trump’s holiday messaging prioritized personal grievances over seasonal remarks, using Christmas Eve calls with children to brag about winning Pennsylvania “three times” in the 2024 election. His Truth Social post dismissed coverage of his documented relationship with Epstein as “fake” while attacking Democrats and calling the 2016 Russian interference investigation fabricated, a pattern of deflection consistent with his administration’s weaponization of the Justice Department.

The veiled threat embedded in Trump’s Christmas message—”Enjoy what may be your last Merry Christmas”—targets political opponents and their associates, signaling potential retaliation as Epstein files continue surfacing. This rhetorical escalation demonstrates his use of authoritarian messaging to intimidate critics and consolidate power through fear.

(Source: https://people.com/donald-trump-threatens-americans-to-enjoy-what-may-be-your-last-merry-christmas-11876269)

Trump Calls NY Times ‘Serious Threat’ to ‘National Security’

President Donald Trump labeled the New York Times “a serious threat to the national security of our nation” in a late-night Truth Social post on Monday, calling the outlet “a true enemy of the people” and demanding their behavior “must be dealt with and stopped.” Trump’s attack followed the Times’ publication of an investigative article documenting his decades-long friendship with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, based on interviews with over 30 former employees, abuse victims, and others who knew both men.

The Times reported that beginning in the late 1980s, Trump and Epstein formed an intense bond, with Epstein serving as Trump’s “most reliable wingman” in pursuing women. According to the article, Epstein and his partner Ghislaine Maxwell introduced at least six women who accused them of grooming or abuse to Trump, including one minor, though the Times noted none have accused Trump himself of inappropriate behavior. One victim told the newspaper she was “coerced” into attending four Epstein parties that Trump also attended, at two of which Epstein directed her to have sex with other male guests.

Trump’s public attack on the Times represents his continued pattern of aggressive hostility toward journalists questioning his connections to Epstein, including prior confrontations with ABC News and other media outlets. His characterization of factual reporting as a national security threat aligns with his broader effort to delegitimize independent journalism and suppress scrutiny of his conduct.

The president’s response echoes authoritarian language targeting press freedom, weaponizing national security rhetoric against newsroom investigations that document documented facts about his associations and conduct. By framing investigative journalism as a threat requiring action “must be dealt with,” Trump signals intent to restrict press freedom and suppress accountability reporting.

(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/politics/trump-brands-new-york-times-a-serious-threat-to-the-national-security-of-our-nation/)

Trump defends his criticism of killed Hollywood director Rob Reiner

President Trump attacked Hollywood director Rob Reiner after Reiner’s death, posting on Truth Social that the director died from “Trump derangement syndrome” and calling him “very bad for our country.” Trump repeated these criticisms to reporters in the Oval Office, describing Reiner as “deranged” and falsely suggesting the director was involved in Russia collusion claims, providing no evidence for either assertion.

Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, 68, were found dead at their Los Angeles home on Sunday. Police arrested their son Nick on suspicion of murder but have not indicated any motive or suggested that Reiner’s political views or criticism of Trump factored into the deaths.

Trump’s remarks drew rebukes from senior Republicans. Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie, a Republican critic of Trump, called the comments “inappropriate and disrespectful discourse about a man who was just brutally murdered.” Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, once a Trump supporter, stated the deaths were “a family tragedy, not about politics or political enemies” and should be “met with empathy.” Senator John Kennedy criticized Trump for speaking, suggesting the president should have remained silent.

Reiner was a lifelong Democrat and prominent liberal activist who frequently criticized Trump, calling him “mentally unfit” in 2017 and describing his administration as “full-on autocracy” in October. Trump acknowledged his antagonism toward the director, stating he “was not a fan of Rob Reiner at all, in any way, shape or form.”

This follows Trump’s pattern of attacking political opponents after their deaths. In 2019, following Senator John McCain’s death, Trump said he “was never a fan” and “never will be.” That same year, Trump made remarks about deceased Democratic lawmaker John Dingell that were widely interpreted as suggesting damnation, with the White House later claiming Trump was “just riffing.”

(Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c7413d9xvkeo)

Trump’s Post Attacking Rob Reiner After Stabbing Death Draws Immediate Outrage

President Trump posted on Truth Social accusing Hollywood director Rob Reiner of dying from “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” linking Reiner’s criticism of Trump to his murder less than twenty-four hours after reports of his death. Trump doubled down when questioned by reporters, stating Reiner was “a deranged person” and “very bad for our country,” without evidence connecting political beliefs to the killing.

Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead at their Los Angeles home on Sunday. Their 32-year-old son was booked on suspicion of murder; police provided no indication that the couple’s political views factored into their deaths.

Trump’s attack triggered rare backlash from MAGA-aligned Republicans, some of whom called for him to retract the comments. The criticism underscored the inconsistency of conservative demands for civility—prominent conservatives had called for public shaming, firings, and prosecution threats against those who spoke negatively about Charlie Kirk following his assassination.

(Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/15/us/politics/trump-rob-reiner.html)

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