Trump Renews Attacks on New York Times, Cites ‘Treasonous’ Reporting
President Trump has renewed threats against the New York Times, labeling their reporting on U.S. Iran conflict as "TREASONOUS" and indicating the article will be added to an ongoing lawsuit against the company. This statement follows the Times' report that…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 21, 2026 —
President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of The New York Times, characterizing its reporting on the conflict between the U.S. and Iran as “TREASONOUS.” This latest statement suggests the newspaper’s coverage will be incorporated into an existing legal action against the company.
The renewed threats come in response to a recent New York Times report detailing the status of the U.S.-Iran conflict. According to the report, which has spanned four months, little significant change has occurred in the ongoing confrontation.
The specific details of the ongoing lawsuit and how the newly criticized reporting might be integrated were not immediately detailed. This escalation in rhetoric highlights the continued tension between the President and certain media outlets regarding coverage of international relations and U.S. foreign policy.
Story summarized from the original created by Ashleigh Fields on thehill.com, see more information here.
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