Donald Trump Surrogate Tries To Blame Obama And Instantly Regrets It On Live Television

CNN anchor Jake Tapper faced criticism following a contentious interview with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The dialogue shifted abruptly during a segment discussing President Trump’s extravagant Mar-a-Lago Halloween event, as Bessent deflected queries and attempted to redirect blame onto former President Obama.This exchange aired as Trump encountered backlash for hosting a lavish Gatsby-themed party at his Palm Beach venue, coinciding with a looming crisis over food assistance amidst the government shutdown. SNAP benefits, vital for approximately 42 million Americans, were on the verge of expiration.On "State of the Union," Tapper questioned the appropriateness of such opulence while many Americans suffered. After showcasing Obama’s remarks about Trump’s extravagant spending, he sought Bessent's perspective but received a political counterattack instead.Critics lambasted Tapper for failing to fact-check Bessent’s claims regarding Obama, calling for journalists to uphold truthfulness in real time. Prominent Democrats, meanwhile, condemned Trump's event as callous against the backdrop of dwindling food aid.