During a press conference at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, President Donald Trump delivered a sharp rebuke to an NBC News reporter, dismissing the network as “discredited” when confronted with a loaded question. The exchange occurred as President Trump announced his administration’s decision to release approximately 80,000 unredacted files related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
As Trump outlined the importance of transparency in government records, the NBC reporter attempted to derail the discussion with a question unrelated to the historic document release. Unimpressed, Trump cut the reporter off, stating, “NBC? You’ve been discredited. Nobody takes you seriously.” The response drew applause from the audience, highlighting the growing frustration with mainstream media bias.
Trump: “Who are you with?”
Reporter: “Sir, I’m with NBC News.”
Trump: “I don’t want to talk to NBC anymore. I think you’re so discredited.”
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The confrontation underscores the ongoing battle between President Trump and corporate media outlets that have repeatedly pushed false narratives and partisan reporting. For years, networks like NBC have faced criticism for their misleading coverage and failure to report fairly on Trump’s policies and achievements.
Despite media attempts to shift the focus, Trump remained on message, emphasizing the significance of releasing long-hidden government files to the American people. “We believe in transparency,” Trump stated. “The American people deserve to see the truth.”
The Kennedy files release marks another victory for those seeking answers about one of the most controversial events in U.S. history. Meanwhile, Trump’s firm handling of the press serves as yet another reminder that he is unafraid to call out the media’s bias and hold them accountable in front of the American people.