Donald Trump has canceled his second mainstream media interview in a matter of days, this time backing out of a scheduled sit-down with NBC News. According to a CNN report, the interview was set to take place in Philadelphia with NBC’s senior business correspondent, Christine Romans. While some sources, including CNN’s Brian Stelter, have suggested the interview may have only been postponed, no official statement has confirmed this.
This follows an earlier cancellation, where Trump pulled out of an in-studio appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box. His team claimed the cancellation was due to his presence in Michigan on Friday, yet Trump is expected to be just a few blocks away from the CNBC studio, making an appearance on Fox & Friends. The conservative-leaning network teased the interview during their broadcast Thursday morning.
The sudden cancellations come amid increasing scrutiny of Trump’s recent public behavior at his rallies. From dancing on stage to playing an eclectic mix of songs—including “Ave Maria” and the Village People’s “YMCA”—his actions have sparked questions about his mental sharpness. Even Vice President Kamala Harris weighed in, tweeting, “I hope he’s OK,” adding to the buzz surrounding Trump’s behavior.
Trump’s campaign has yet to comment on the cancellations, but the shift in his media approach has been notable, as he appears to be steering clear of non-conservative platforms. This reluctance has fueled speculation about his campaign strategy as the 2024 election draws nearer.
