Obama’s Response to Trump’s Assassination Attempt Draws Criticism
By Press TV Website Staff
Former US President Barack Obama’s recent tweet condemning political violence in light of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump has sparked backlash on social media. Many users pointed out the hypocrisy of Obama’s statement given America’s history of political violence, especially in its foreign policies.
Ben Norton, a journalist, highlighted the long-standing legacy of US presidents engaging in wars and military interventions worldwide, leading to millions of deaths. Richard Medhurst echoed similar sentiments, calling out the selective outrage of the American political class when it comes to violence.
Margaret Kimberley shared a map illustrating the extensive US military interventions post-World War II, while Asad Rahim Khan criticized Obama’s actions in Muslim-majority countries during his presidency. Yara Hawari and others also highlighted the irony in Obama’s statement, given America’s involvement in global conflicts.
Overall, the reactions to Obama’s tweet emphasize the need to address America’s history of political violence both domestically and abroad, challenging the notion of US exceptionalism.