Staff Reports
Former President Trump criticized the Biden campaign's decision to have actor Robert De Niro speak out against him at a Manhattan courthouse, calling De Niro "small, both mentally and physically" and accusing him of suffering from "Trump Derangement Syndrome." De Niro, who recently appeared in a campaign ad for President Biden, alleged that Trump wants to destroy not only New York City but also the United States and the entire world. He was joined by former Capitol Police officers Harry Dunn and Michael Fanone, who warned bystanders about the "threat" Trump poses to the U.S.
The Biden campaign acknowledged authorizing the press conference, describing it as a "guerrilla-style" tactic and affirming that their strategy remains unchanged. During De Niro's speech, approximately 20 Trump supporters gathered nearby, waving MAGA flags and voicing support for Trump. Critics of Biden derided the campaign's decision, labeling it a disaster and a poor reflection on the Democratic Party. Some even suggested that it may have bolstered support for Trump.
Trump Responds to De Niro's Clown Show of a Presser https://t.co/mL3Rq88e5s Here's the next great idea. After Trump's 4 years as POTUS he runs for NY Gov.
— Charlotte (@Charlot4447007) May 30, 2024
The event was perceived by conservative observers as a political attack on Trump, with some likening it to jury tampering and intimidation. The involvement of De Niro and the Capitol Police officers drew criticism and ridicule from Trump supporters and proponents of his policies.
