The NewsWorthy Trump Criticizes Slain Director, Terror Attack Prevented & Mistletoe Milestone - Tuesday, December 16, 2025
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Dec 16, 2025 A famous Hollywood director and his wife were murdered, and President Trump is under fire for his insensitive remarks about the tragedy. A manhunt is underway for a Brown University shooter, while a major terror attack was thwarted. In tech news, the government seeks to recruit 1,000 AI experts following a major tech company's bankruptcy. In lighter news, D.C. breaks a world record for simultaneous mistletoe kisses. An alarming FDA warning surfaces as retailers sold recalled baby formula amidst growing health concerns.
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Tragic Family Killing And Public Reaction
- Nick Reiner, who struggled with addiction and homelessness, was arrested for allegedly killing his parents after a reported argument at a holiday party.
- Erica Mandy notes tributes poured in and that Rob Reiner was a vocal critic of President Trump, who later made controversial comments about the murders.
Political Rhetoric Fuels Post-Tragedy Backlash
- President Trump suggested Rob Reiner's criticisms caused the murders, drawing backlash even from some supporters who called the post insensitive.
- The episode highlights how political rhetoric can inflame public reaction after high-profile tragedies.
Planned Terror Plot Disrupted In Los Angeles Area
- The DOJ says the FBI disrupted a planned New Year's Eve bombing targeting multiple logistics facilities and follow-up attacks on ICE agents.
- Authorities linked suspects to a radical faction called the Turtle Island Liberation Front and say the threat is now neutralized.