Trump Says He Likes BBC 'Better Than ABC' Despite $10 Billion Lawsuit
"Oh, ABC. That's worse," the president said in the exchange on board Air Force One.
During a brief interaction with a reporter aboard Air Force One, President Donald Trump expressed his preference for the BBC over ABC News, despite being embroiled in a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against the British broadcaster. The exchange occurred after the journalist inquired about the outlet Trump supported. "Who are you with?"
Trump queried. The reporter responded that they worked for ABC News. "BBC?" Trump remarked, prompting the reporter to clarify their affiliation. "Oh, ABC," Trump said, "that's worse. I like BBC better than ABC actually." This comment received significant attention due to Trump's ongoing lawsuit against the BBC over a 2024 documentary featuring edited footage from his January 6, 2021, speech addressing the Capitol riot.
Trump claims the broadcaster manipulated portions of the speech, leading viewers to believe he endorsed the attack on the Capitol. Although the BBC later apologized for the editing error, it has steadfastly denied Trump's defamation claims and vowed to vigorously defend the lawsuit. The clip of Trump's remarks on board Air Force One quickly gained traction on X, shared by the administration's @RapidResponse47 account.
Newsweek sought comment from the White House, but no response was provided at the time of reporting. This incident highlights the continuing tensions between Trump and ABC News, a network he has frequently criticized throughout his political career.
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