President Donald Trump has reiterated his criticism of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, following the director's death. Reiner was a known critic of Trump.
President Trump's Remarks
President Trump had previously posted on Truth Social, describing the couple's deaths as "very sad" but also stating, "He was known to have driven people CRAZY by his raging obsession of President Donald J. Trump." He linked Reiner's death to "Trump derangement syndrome." Subsequently, he informed reporters that Reiner was "very bad for our country."
Investigation into Deaths
Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were discovered deceased at their Los Angeles residence on Sunday. Authorities have apprehended their son, Nick, on suspicion of murder. Law enforcement officials have not disclosed a motive for the incident nor indicated any evidence suggesting that Reiner's political views or criticism of Trump played a role in their deaths.
Republican Responses
Trump's comments have drawn criticism from several prominent Republicans:
- Representative Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) stated on X that the remarks constituted "inappropriate and disrespectful discourse about a man who was just brutally murdered."
- Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Georgia) commented that the event is "a family tragedy, not about politics or political enemies" and should be met with empathy.
- Senator John Kennedy (R-Louisiana) suggested President Trump "should have said nothing," adding that such comments "detracts from his policy achievements."