Dr. Oz’s Words About Trump Put Oprah Back in the Spotlight for All the Wrong Reasons

Dr. Oz recently discovered that excessive flattery, especially when directed at Donald Trump and referencing a book he likely neither authored nor read, can lead to repercussions. This controversy has also placed Oprah Winfrey in a difficult position.During a press conference unveiling TrumpRX.gov—a pharmacy initiative aimed at lowering prescription costs—Oz, the new administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, lavished praise upon Trump. His comments sparked discomfort on social media, particularly when he stated that Trump had “turned the art of the deal into the art of the heal,” citing Trump’s 1987 bestseller. This remark triggered a quick backlash not only against Oz but also toward Winfrey, who initially propelled his career.Critics lamented Oprah’s role in elevating Oz and similar figures, asserting that she should apologize for their political trajectories. While she distanced herself during his Senate campaign, ongoing silence regarding Dr. Phil’s remarks further complicates her legacy with these controversial personalities.