This news article explores how Donald Trump, immediately after becoming President-elect, exploited the tragic New Orleans attack for political gain by falsely linking it to Mexican border crossings and undocumented immigration, despite Fox News retracting their initial report. It further delves into Trump's ambiguous relationship with truth and his tendency to prioritize emotional appeals over factual information. Finally, it examines the controversy surrounding Trump's nomination of Kash Patel as FBI director, highlighting concerns about Patel's potential to further politicize law enforcement.
A horrifying incident unfolded in New Orleans' famed French Quarter as a white pickup truck plowed through a crowd celebrating the new year. The attack, which left 14 dead and many injured, including two police officers shot by the armed driver, was later classified as a terrorist attack inspired by ISIS.
Initial reports by Fox News, a news network favored by then-President-elect Donald Trump, fueled a narrative aligning the event with the far-right concern of violent extremists entering the country through undocumented immigration. The network reported the truck had crossed the US border with Mexico two days prior to the attack. However, Fox News retracted this claim within an hour and a half, stating that the truck had crossed the border on November 16th and the driver who crossed was not the shooter.The gunman, a US citizen and Army veteran, rented the truck. The border crossing was unconnected to the attack. Despite the retraction, Trump continued to insinuate that the horrific actions of a radicalized American were a result of President Joe Biden's immigration policies. As incoming president, Trump could have easily requested the facts from investigators before making any claims. Trump's relationship with truth has been a subject of much discussion, with some suggesting he views it as whatever he can get away with. When challenged by fact-checkers, Trump's supporters often dismiss the facts, claiming that Trump, in their eyes, tells the truth. This incident highlights a pattern in Trump's rhetoric, where he instinctively appeals to emotions rather than logic. Trump's statements about revenge against his political opponents have also raised concerns about the potential weaponization of the Department of Justice. In November, Trump nominated Kash Patel as director of the FBI, a move that has been met with both strong support and opposition. Patel, known for his loyalty to Trump, has been criticized for his history of promoting conspiracy theories and attacking political opponents. Critics fear Patel's appointment could lead to further erosion of democratic norms and institutions
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