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Reporters accused of coughing to disrupt Trump's big moment
Original: Reporters were intentionally coughing really loud to try and ruin President Trump’s historic moment
Claims are circulating that reporters intentionally coughed loudly during a historic moment for President Trump in an attempt to disrupt or ruin it. Supporters are sharing the accusation widely, framing it as proof of media hostility toward the president. No independent confirmation of the reporters' intent has been offered, and the claim is spreading largely among pro-Trump accounts.
Why now: Supporters see it as another example of alleged media bias against Trump, fueling outrage and shares
Donald TrumpWhite House press corps
Evidence
- Reporters were intentionally coughing really loud to try and ruin President Trump’s historic moment · usanewshq · 327
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