Donald Trump’s Familiar Rhetoric Falls Flat As Viewers Zero In On Pete Hegseth’s Uneasy Production

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump confronted another pivotal moment, resorting to his familiar routine of assigning blame, evading responsibility, and unleashing a torrent of anger before the situation was fully understood. Following the heartbreaking shooting of two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, D.C., Trump chose to direct his ire at the Biden administration, reaffirming his longstanding reflex.In a rapid rebuttal, CNN’s fact-checking dismantled his narrative almost immediately. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's shaky press appearance fueled conspiracy theories among viewers who perceived hidden motives. Trump labeled the assault “a monstrous ambush-style incident” and “an act of terror,” amplifying divisive rhetoric instead of fostering unity.Moreover, he critiqued former President Biden over the assailant, who, though initially granted asylum under Trump, became a focal point of dispute. Hegseth later confirmed a deployment of additional National Guard troops, asserting it “stiffened their resolve,” further igniting intense reactions online, as critics noted the political manipulation of tragedy.