Following his court appearance on Tuesday, former President Donald Trump's interaction with supporters in Miami drew a strong reaction from CNN anchor Jake Tapper, who instructed his production team to stop airing the footage. Trump subsequently criticized Tapper on Truth Social, accusing him of shutting down the broadcast due to the evident enthusiasm for Trump among the crowd. He also suggested this explained CNN's low ratings.
At the Versailles restaurant in Miami, Trump was met with supporters who prayed, sang “Happy Birthday,” and cheered. Tapper, however, viewed this as an attempt to create a spectacle and transform the situation into a campaign advertisement. He emphasized the seriousness of the national security charges against Trump and the accusations of obstruction of justice.
Tapper's directive to cut away from the scene wasn't unique. MSNBC anchor Nicolle Wallace also instructed her team to stop showing Trump at the restaurant. This incident occurred against the backdrop of Trump becoming the first president indicted by both a Manhattan Grand Jury and the Department of Justice. Coincidentally, on the same day, accusations surfaced against President Biden regarding alleged involvement in a bribery scheme with a Ukrainian energy company.
Later, addressing supporters in Bedminster, N.J., Trump referred to the day as one of “infamy,” criticizing President Biden and his administration. He accused Biden of corruption and attempting to undermine American democracy.
