Trump should follow Jefferson’s lead and step back from media lawsuits
Donald Trump is increasingly pursuing legal action against media organizations he views as adversarial to his interests. The editorial suggests he should instead follow the historical precedent of Thomas Jefferson, who chose to tolerate a hostile press rather than use the power of the state to punish it. This approach advocates for a de-escalation of tensions to preserve the traditional relationship between the presidency and the news industry.
Deep down, Donald Trump seems convinced the news industry is his enemy — and he wants to punish them.
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