Trump’s War on the Press: A Threat to Democracy

Trump’s combative interactions with the press revealed his authoritarian instincts—undermining journalism, democracy, and seeking to delegitimise any scrutiny of his power.

As the shadow of Donald Trump looms large over the 2024 presidential election, it’s crucial to revisit the chilling exchanges that defined his time in the White House. During his presidency, Trump’s interactions with the press were not just combative—they were a window into the authoritarian instincts of a leader who believed himself above reproach.

Consider the following moments:

“Don’t talk to me that way,” Trump snapped at a reporter. “I’m the president of the United States. Don’t ever talk to the president that way.”