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Over the weekend, prominent conservatives criticized various media outlets on social media. They accused these outlets of misinterpreting former President Trump’s remarks from a recent rally in Ohio.
Conservative voices, Republican officials, and others condemned media like Rolling Stone, NBC News, and CBS News. They were upset these outlets did not clarify that Trump’s “bloodbath” comment was about the automotive sector.
These critics labeled the situation as a new, fabricated anti-Trump “hoax.”
At an Ohio rally, Trump shared his first actions if re-elected, focusing on Biden’s border policies.
Media highlighted Trump’s use of “bloodbath” during his Vandalia, Ohio, rally speech.
In his speech, Trump discussed imposing tariffs on Chinese cars sold in the U.S.
He addressed Xi Jinping, stating his tough stance on car manufacturing plants in Mexico and tariffs on cars sold to the U.S.
Trump warned of a “bloodbath” for the country if he wasn’t elected, emphasizing the impact on car sales.
Several media outlets ran headlines focusing solely on the “bloodbath” warning, without context.
Headlines from Politico, NBC News, CBS News, Rolling Stone, and NPR all emphasized the “bloodbath” comment.
Trump’s campaign clarified his remarks, explaining the economic risks for the auto industry under Biden’s policies.
Conservatives on social media platform X criticized the media’s portrayal of Trump’s comments.
Elon Musk and others accused NBC News of deception, emphasizing the context was about the auto industry.
Conservative figures, including Sean Parnell and the account “End Wokeness,” called for media reform, likening them to propaganda.
Elon Musk acknowledged the effectiveness of creating hoaxes.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Sen. J.D. Vance defended Trump, highlighting his focus on the auto industry.
Carmine Sabia pointed out the dishonest portrayal of Trump’s speech, criticizing the media’s role.
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