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Trump Threatens Leakers After Iran-Related Column
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Trump Issues Threatening Post on Truth Social
In the early hours of Friday, President Donald Trump posted a message on his Truth Social platform that denounced individuals he described as “dirty dogs” for leaking information. He warned that those responsible would “pay a big price” when identified, and he added a brief note calling the column “very interesting.” The post was made shortly after the column’s publication.
Context: Thiessen’s Column on Iran Leaks
The column, written by Marc Thiessen, appeared in the Washington Post on Aug. 27 and argued that leaks about Iran’s activities were counterproductive. Thiessen contended that if Trump had heeded the leakers, the United States would be “in this mess,” and he praised Trump for acting alone to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The piece framed the leakers as “disloyalists” whose disclosures, according to Thiessen, undermined U.S. policy.
Official Responses
Trump’s social-media message directly referenced Thiessen’s arguments, positioning himself as the target of the alleged “leakers.” By labeling the leakers “dirty dogs” and promising retaliation, the president signaled a willingness to confront critics who publicize internal deliberations on Iran. No other government officials or organizations issued statements in response to the post within the source material.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The message of the leakers is clear: Had Trump only listened to us, we would not be in this mess,” — Marc Thiessen — Marc Thiessen