Trump Threatens NBC, MSNBC with Treason Probe If Re-Elected, Sparking Backlash

Trump threatened to investigate NBC, MSNBC, and Comcast for "Country Threatening Treason" if re-elected president.
Trump's threat condemned as going "full fascist" and an attempt to "weaponize the presidency" against media outlets critical of him.
Trump regularly attacks media he deems "dishonest," including NBC and MSNBC, despite giving them interviews.
Trump's threat came after polls showing him leading Biden in hypothetical 2024 matchup.
Critics warn Trump's attacks on media, officials are part of larger plan to "introduce violence as a natural extension of our democratic disagreement."

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7/27/2023

Trump live updates: Trump lawyers told to expect an indictment

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Trump Threatens Violence Against Political 'Enemies' If He Regains Power, Sparking Fears of Democratic Backsliding

Donald Trump's escalating threats of fascist violence, including putting President Joe Biden and his "enemies" in prison, reveal his desires and plans to become America's first dictator and unleash tyranny, posing a clear and present danger to the country's democracy.

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Trump Threatens Media Companies Over Election Coverage If Reelected

Former President Donald Trump has warned media organizations, such as NBC News and MSNBC, that they will face consequences if he is reelected, suggesting they should be investigated for "Country Threatening Treason" and questioning their access to U.S. airwaves.

9/25/2023

White House Condemns Trump's Threat to Investigate NBC and MSNBC as Attack on Democracy

The White House responded to former President Donald Trump's pledge to investigate NBC News and MSNBC for "country-threatening treason" if he returns to office, stating that abusing presidential power and violating reporters' constitutional rights would be an outrageous attack on democracy.

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Posted 9/25/2023, 3:51:00 PM

Trump Threatens NBC, MSNBC with Treason Probe If Re-Elected, Sparking Backlash

Trump threatened to investigate NBC, MSNBC, and Comcast for "Country Threatening Treason" if re-elected president.
Trump's threat condemned as going "full fascist" and an attempt to "weaponize the presidency" against media outlets critical of him.
Trump regularly attacks media he deems "dishonest," including NBC and MSNBC, despite giving them interviews.
Trump's threat came after polls showing him leading Biden in hypothetical 2024 matchup.
Critics warn Trump's attacks on media, officials are part of larger plan to "introduce violence as a natural extension of our democratic disagreement."

theguardian.com

Relevant topic timeline:

7/27/2023

Trump live updates: Trump lawyers told to expect an indictment

9/11/2023

Trump Threatens Violence Against Political 'Enemies' If He Regains Power, Sparking Fears of Democratic Backsliding

9/25/2023

Trump Threatens Media Companies Over Election Coverage If Reelected

9/25/2023

White House Condemns Trump's Threat to Investigate NBC and MSNBC as Attack on Democracy