Trump Escalates Attacks on MSNBC Over Tariff Coverage

President Donald Trump launched a series of attacks against MSNBC and its hosts, particularly Stephanie Ruhle and Joe Scarborough, after their criticism of his new U.S.-U.K. trade deal and warnings that his tariff strategy could trigger a 'COVID-like supply chain crisis.' Trump accused MSNBC of spreading lies, acting as a political arm of the Democratic Party, and suggested the network should face tax penalties for its coverage. Ruhle and other commentators claimed Trump's tariffs are causing economic distress and that the UK trade agreement lacks substance, while Trump insisted that both benefit the U.S. economically. Trump also criticized Comcast, MSNBC's parent company, for allegedly failing to report truthfully. Additionally, Trump officials attacked Lawrence O’Donnell, another MSNBC host, after he questioned Trump's mental fitness. These exchanges reflect ongoing tensions between Trump and the media amid the 2024 election campaign.