Former President Donald Trump has once again made headlines by vowing to take action against news outlets if he secures the presidency in 2024. This time, his target includes NBC News, MSNBC, and other mainstream media organizations, as he continues to criticize their reporting.
In a recent statement posted on Truth Social, Trump boldly asserted, “I say up front, openly, and proudly, that when I WIN the Presidency of the United States, they and others of the LameStream Media will be thoroughly scrutinized for their knowingly dishonest and corrupt coverage of people, things, and events.”
Trump went further, questioning the right of media companies like NBC to use the nation’s airwaves for free. He argued, “Why should NBC, or any other of the corrupt & dishonest media companies, be entitled to use the very valuable Airwaves of the USA, FREE? They are a true threat to Democracy and are, in fact, THE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE!”
Nothing says "threat to democracy" quite like attacking the free press pic.twitter.com/fmtTmrrvm8
— Republican Voters Against Trump (@AccountableGOP) September 25, 2023
These statements reflect Trump’s ongoing criticism of the press, as he has previously labeled journalists as the “enemy of the people.” Such rhetoric raises concerns about the future of press freedom and democracy in the United States.
If Trump were to win in 2024 and follow through on these promises, it could signal a significant shift in the country’s media landscape. Critics worry that his actions could undermine the principles of a free press, a cornerstone of American democracy.
As the election season unfolds, Trump’s stance on media organizations and the potential consequences of his actions will continue to be a topic of intense debate. The outcome of the 2024 election will ultimately determine whether these threats become a reality or remain as political rhetoric.
