Trump self-deals, lies and seems to fall asleep in meetings. The media treats it all as ‘priced in’ | Margaret Sullivan
The article discusses the ongoing controversies surrounding Donald Trump's second presidency, highlighting his erratic behavior and self-dealing. It criticizes mainstream media for treating his actions as normal and not providing sustained coverage of significant issues. The author notes that while some extreme outrages receive attention, they are often overshadowed by other news, leading to a lack of accountability.
- ▪Trump's behavior includes falling asleep in meetings and making unhinged social media posts.
- ▪Mainstream media largely treats Trump's actions as 'priced in' and not worthy of sustained scrutiny.
- ▪Recent reports have highlighted Trump's mental and physical decline, but they have not received significant attention.
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‘Often, it falls to independent voices – not associated with corporate media – to say the obvious, loud and clear.’ Photograph: Jacquelyn Martin/APView image in fullscreen‘Often, it falls to independent voices – not associated with corporate media – to say the obvious, loud and clear.’ Photograph: Jacquelyn Martin/APOpinionUS press and publishingTrump self-deals, lies and seems to fall asleep in meetings. The media treats it all as ‘priced in’Margaret SullivanAs the outrages continue, mainstream outlets just see Trump being TrumpFri 22 May 2026 06.00 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 06.01 EDTShareHis social media posts are unhinged. He seems to fall asleep in meetings. He proudly proclaims he’s not thinking “even a little bit” about Americans’ personal finances in talks with Iran.
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