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Trump Brands NYT Reporter Treasonous, Cites Iran Victory

5/17/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump called NYT reporter David Sanger treasonous on Air Force One, saying it was meant to silence journalists.
He claimed a victory in Iran, accused the Times of fake news, and cited falling subscriber numbers.
Sanger told CNN reporting is a First Amendment duty, not treason, and vital for exposing falsehoods.
NYT spokesperson Charlie Stadtlander said reporting underpins a free press and forces claims to be accountable.

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U.S. President Donald Trump called NYT reporter David Sanger treasonous on Air Force One, saying it was meant to silence journalists.
He claimed a victory in Iran, accused the Times of fake news, and cited falling subscriber numbers.
Sanger told CNN reporting is a First Amendment duty, not treason, and vital for exposing falsehoods.
NYT spokesperson Charlie Stadtlander said reporting underpins a free press and forces claims to be accountable.