Trump Goes Off After New York Times Claims He’s Showing ‘Signs Of Fatigue’
When the New York Times released a piece suggesting Donald Trump was “showing signs of fatigue” as the 79-year-old president deals with the pressures of aging, Trump jumped on Truth Social first thing Wednesday morning. And trust, he did not hold back.
“The Creeps at the Failing New York Times are at it again,” he wrote, instantly setting the tone for the rest of the rant. Trump went on to insist he’s “never worked so hard in my life.” He added that “the Radical Left Lunatics at the soon-to-collapse New York Times put out a hit piece saying I’m losing my Energy, even though the facts say otherwise.”
Trump claimed the paper pushes negativity on purpose, saying, “They know this is wrong, just like just about everything they write about me, including election results—ALL PURPOSELY NEGATIVE.”
And if you thought he was done cooking them, nope. Not even close.
“This cheap ‘RAG’ is truly an ‘ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE,’” he wrote, using one of his favorite phrases for media he doesn’t vibe with. He then directed his fire at journalist Katie Rogers, saying “The writer of the story, Katie Rogers, who’s on assignment to write only bad things about me, is a third-rate reporter who is ugly, both inside and out.”
The clapback was personal, intense, and very on-brand for Trump, who’s spent years using harsh language toward journalists he doesn’t believe treat him fairly. The whole situation sparked fresh debates online about media responsibility, Trump’s tone, and the ongoing tension between him and major news outlets.
For readers, especially those familiar with Trump’s long history of calling out mainstream media, the blowup felt like one more chapter in an already dramatic saga. But the comments aimed at Rogers had folks talking even louder. Critics called it sexist, aggressive, and unnecessary. Supporters said he’s just “telling it like it is.”
What’s also important is how Trump is choosing to frame this narrative. By labeling the Times as dishonest and “purposely negative,” he’s not just defending himself; he’s also rallying his base to distrust the publication and similar outlets. It’s a strategic move, especially with how politically divided the country is right now.
And while the claims about “fatigue” might seem simple, in political media coverage, framing is everything. A single word like that can snowball into questions about capability, longevity, and leadership strength. Trump knew that, and his response made it clear he wasn’t letting that narrative go unchallenged.
Trump’s History Of Going After Reporters Resurfaces
Just two weeks before the New York Times piece came out, Trump had already made headlines for snapping at another reporter — this time from Bloomberg News. During a flight on Air Force One, when the journalist asked why he hadn’t released the Epstein files, his response was wild: “Quiet! Quiet, piggy.”
That moment spread across social media instantly, sparking conversations about Trump’s treatment of women in the press. With his latest comments about Rogers being “ugly, both inside and out,” people were quick to connect the dots. And the way these incidents stack up creates a very specific narrative about his approach to media, especially female journalists.