THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump Explodes in Rage at Journos as Shock Poll Exposes a Key Weakness
Sep 17, 2025
In this engaging discussion with Paul Waldman, a writer known for his insights on political dynamics, the focus is on Trump's escalating fury towards the media. Waldman points out how Trump's recent lawsuit against The New York Times is laden with his own rants, showcasing his fraught relationship with journalism. They dive into a new poll revealing troublingly low support among independents, signaling cracks in Trump's once-solid grip on power. The conversation reveals how Trump's anger may signal a significant shift in his political narrative.
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Dominance As Performance And Emotion
- Trump performs dominance displays against reporters to show he has power and control.
- Paul Waldman says these moments are both theatrical and emotionally genuine, revealing his need to appear unbeatable.
Threat To Tell A Foreign Leader
- A reporter asked Trump about mixing business with the presidency and said he was Australian.
- Trump replied, "in my opinion, you are hurting Australia very much right now," and threatened to tell Australia's prime minister.
Turning Questions Into Personal Attacks
- Trump turns substantive questions into attacks on reporters to distract and shock audiences.
- Waldman notes this tactic erases the original issue and makes the confrontation the story.
