THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump Press Sec Seethes at Media over Musk as More Bad Econ News Hits
Feb 26, 2025
James Downie, an MSNBC.com columnist and expert on the Trump administration, joins the discussion on the White House's new approach to media access, which aims to shield President Trump from scrutiny. He critiques Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's fiery response to the media and her struggles to address the alarming drop in consumer confidence. Downie also highlights the implications of economic turmoil on Trump’s support base, underlining how voter sentiments can shift dramatically amid financial instability.
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White House Restricts Press Access
- The White House restricted press access, barring the Associated Press for refusing to use Trump's propaganda phrase "Gulf of America".
- This tactic, reminiscent of authoritarian regimes, aims to control the narrative and pressure other outlets into compliance.
Media Conflict as Distraction
- Trump's focus on fighting with the media serves as a distraction from negative economic news and dwindling executive orders.
- This manufactured conflict caters to his base and creates a sense of action.
Trump Avoids Economic Discussion
- Trump avoids discussing the economy due to falling consumer confidence and rising inflation, worsened by his tariff policies.
- Public disapproval of his economic handling is increasing.
