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Trump’s ‘Bloodbath’ Comment Misrepresented by Leftist Media

Trump's bloodbath comment about the automative industry has been used by leftist media to attack the Presidential candidate.

It is hard to ignore the media circus that ensued after Donald Trump’s remarks about a potential “bloodbath” in the automotive sector, should he not secure re-election. Only those bereft of critical thinking or an iota of discernment could misinterpret Trump’s comments as anything but a warning against the dire economic repercussions awaiting the automotive industry under a Biden administration. Yet, a staggering number of the American public, seduced by the leftist media’s narrative, has swallowed this misrepresentation hook, line, and sinker.

In a display of journalistic malpractice, outlets like Rolling Stone, NBC News, and CBS News have twisted Trump’s words, weaving an anti-Trump tapestry out of sheer fabrications. Politico’s headline screams, “Trump says country faces ‘bloodbath’ if Biden wins in November,” conveniently omitting any reference to the specific industrial context Trump addressed. These media behemoths, masquerading as the guardians of American democracy against a purportedly ‘violent’ Trump, resort to the very tactics of aggression and fear-mongering they accuse him of employing.

This brazen act of distortion undermines the credibility of these media giants, but it also starkly highlights their obliviousness to the sinking ship of their viewership. The spectacular flop of CNN+ and the nosedive in audience numbers lay bare the stark reality: leftist media is floundering. Yet, in their desperation, they cling to these cheap shots like a lifeline, failing to realize that it’s precisely these tactics driving away viewers.

The bloodbath comment fiasco is a classic case of the pot calling the kettle black, with these outlets deploying fear as a weapon while sanctimoniously condemning Trump for the very same. The deliberate omission of crucial context in Trump’s statement is not just an error of omission; it’s a strategic move to further polarize the American public. In their quest to vilify Trump at every turn, these media outlets have abandoned journalistic integrity, opting instead for a role as partisan provocateurs. This is not journalism; it’s political activism masquerading as news, a toxic trend that threatens the very principles of a free and fair press. 

In response, the backlash against this latest media charade has been swift and scathing, with prominent figures like Elon Musk, Sean Parnell, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizing these leftist strongholds for their dishonest reportage.

This episode has reignited the fiery debate over media bias and the fidelity of political journalism. The conservative call to arms is clear: it demands an immediate elevation of journalistic standards and an end to the news media’s propagandist endeavors. The time for accountability is now, to purge the public sphere of the deceptive practices that threaten the very fabric of our democratic discourse.

Robert Chernin

Robert Chernin

Robert B. Chernin has brought his years of political consulting and commentary back to radio. As a longtime entrepreneur, business leader, fundraiser and political confidant, Robert has a unique perspective with insights not heard anyway else. Robert has consulted on federal and statewide campaigns at the gubernatorial, congressional, senatorial, and presidential level. He served in leadership roles in the presidential campaigns of President George W. Bush as well as McCain for President. He led Florida’s Victory 2004’s national Jewish outreach operations as Executive Director. In addition, he served on the President’s Committee of the Republican Jewish Coalition. Robert co-founded and served as president of the Electoral Science Institute, a non-profit organization that utilizes behavioral science to increase voter participation and awareness. Robert can be heard on multiple radio stations and viewed on the “Of the People” podcast where you get your podcasts.