Tensions escalated during a recent campaign event when CNN anchor Jim Acosta abruptly cut away from former President Donald Trump’s speech, labeling it an “incoherent stream of consciousness.” This incident occurred during a Latino roundtable at Trump National Doral in Miami, as Trump discussed various topics ranging from Vice President Kamala Harris to the media’s coverage of his campaign.
In a segment lasting approximately 75 seconds before the interruption, Trump made several controversial remarks. He criticized Harris, describing her as “lazy as hell” and compared her political stance to that of Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, whom he referred to by the controversial nickname “Pocahontas.” Trump also questioned why the media hadn’t interviewed Harris’ father, claiming he is a “Marxist professor.”
Key Moments from Trump’s Speech
Trump’s speech was marked by a series of disjointed statements, reflecting his frustration with the media and political opponents. Some of the key points he touched on include:
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- Days Until the Election: Trump emphasized the urgency of the approaching election, stating, “We have 14 days left.”
- Accusations Against Harris: He claimed, “She’s a radical left lunatic,” insisting that her political views align more closely with socialism than traditional liberalism.
- Media Criticism: Trump accused the media of bias, questioning their lack of coverage regarding Harris’ family background.
Acosta, responding to Trump’s remarks, expressed his concern over the accuracy of the former president’s statements. He highlighted the discrepancy between Trump’s claims and the reality of Harris’ professional accomplishments, stating, “You can’t really be lazy as hell if you’re doing all of those things.”
Fact-Checking Trump’s Claims
CNN’s fact checker, Daniel Dale, joined Acosta in addressing Trump’s statements. Dale noted that while Trump made numerous claims about Harris, many were misleading or outright false. He clarified that Harris was not absent from the campaign trail but instead was engaged in important interviews.
Dale also remarked on the overwhelming number of falsehoods associated with Trump, stating, “We’re seeing just a deluge on things like FEMA and migrants, about immigration, about the legitimacy of American elections.” He emphasized that fact-checkers are often overwhelmed by the volume of misleading information coming from Trump compared to Harris.
