Staff Reports
The Atlantic is at it again, this time putting on a theatrical performance with Jeffrey Goldberg at the center, desperately trying to revive an anti-Trump hit piece that hits as hard as a wet noodle. The latest attack claims that Trump admired Adolf Hitler, yearned for his generals, and decided to exploit the tragic story of Vanessa Guillén, an American soldier murdered in 2020, to resurrect the tired “losers and suckers” narrative. This outrageous accusation has all the authenticity of a three-dollar bill.
Just in time for the election, the Left seems to be swinging for the fences with yet another October Surprise—this one falls flat like a deflated balloon. With polling showing Trump gaining traction, the frantic attempts to smear him with historical comparisons to one of the worst tyrants in history only highlight the desperation of those seeking to stop his campaign. Perhaps the Democrats should reallocate some of their time and resources to actually setting forth policies rather than recycling discredited narratives that went nowhere in 2020.
Atlantic Editor: I Understand the Sensitivities of the Family I Exploited to Attack Trump But Screw Them
https://t.co/BLLm097nmh— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) October 24, 2024
Goldberg’s CNN appearance adds another layer of absurdity to the tale. He implied that he had an obligation to weaponize the pain of Guillén’s family for the greater good of his argument. Naturally, the family and their attorney have pushed back, claiming they were misled about the use of their story. The irony is almost palpable; while Goldberg insists on social justice in hurting Trump, he seems to forget that real people are actually involved. Meanwhile, former Chief of Staff John Kelly, a source for this dubious narrative, becomes a figure of comedy—having stayed on with Trump while allegedly horrified enough to spill his secrets only years later.
Even some former Trump critics are scratching their heads over this saga. The absurdity of John Kelly’s claims gets called into question not just by Trump loyalists, but even by former administration members like Mark Esper, who has stated he never heard Trump make such comments. Hoaxes like this tend to unravel, especially when there’s a chorus of contradiction ringing in the background, rendering the entire narrative laughable.
The fact that the outcry surrounding the Atlantic’s article is largely a whisper in the media noise only speaks volumes. Attacks like these, based on little else than sensationalism, seem to show that mainstream outlets are not tuned into what actually resonates with voters. Instead of focusing on real issues, they keep dancing to the tune of manufactured outrage.
As the plot thickens, revelations arise that speak to the motives behind these accusations. General Kelly, it turns out, has a financial interest in keeping borders wide open, sitting on the board of a company greatly benefiting from unaccompanied migrant shelters. This adds yet another layer of irony to his supposed concern for the integrity of leadership. The overarching theme here is that those within certain circles seem to be aligned in a slippery game where loyalty is sacrificed for opportunistic gains. If this is what the “anti-Trump resistance” looks like, it appears to be a collection of disgruntled insiders trying to claw Back to the power they’ve squandered.
One thing is clear: allegations of Trump as the next Hitler only serve up a hefty portion of ridicule, and not much else. Each instance only reinforces the notion that disloyalty and treachery weave through the fabric of the establishment, leaving voters even more wary of trusting those in positions of power attempting to wield their influence against the former president. In the end, it highlights a troubling truth about the lengths to which some will go to ensure that their political interests are preserved—at the expense of honesty, integrity, and perhaps most importantly, the truth.
