Key Facts
• On August 24, Trump criticized ABC for airing an interview with Chris Christie.
• Christie accused Trump of rejecting separation between criminal investigations and political leadership.
• Trump referenced the 2013 ‘Bridgegate’ scandal, denying Christie’s involvement.
• Trump mocked ABC’s ratings and claimed a $15 million defamation settlement.
• On August 25, Trump hinted at a potential investigation into Christie.
• Trump accused ABC and NBC of biased reporting, calling them a ‘threat to democracy.’
• Trump suggested the FCC should revoke both networks’ broadcasting licenses.
• FBI recently searched John Bolton’s home over alleged classified information leaks.
• Trump faced criticism for using government power against political opponents.
• Trump claimed 97% of ABC and NBC’s reporting was negative.
Summary
Former President Donald Trump criticized ABC News on August 24 for airing an interview with former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who accused Trump of rejecting the separation between criminal investigations and political leadership. Trump referenced the 2013 ‘Bridgegate’ scandal, denying Christie’s involvement, and mocked ABC’s ratings. He also suggested the FCC should revoke ABC and NBC’s broadcasting licenses, accusing them of biased reporting. On August 25, Trump hinted at a potential investigation into Christie. The FBI recently searched John Bolton’s home over alleged classified information leaks, sparking criticism of Trump’s use of government power against political opponents. Trump claimed 97% of ABC and NBC’s reporting was negative, calling them a ‘threat to democracy.’
