Trump responds to Harris' media campaign by criticizing Bob Woodward, Howard Stern, and her hurricane briefing.

In 2020, the Trump administration received 60 tons of medical equipment from Russia.

Trump responds to Harris' media campaign by criticizing Bob Woodward, Howard Stern, and her hurricane briefing.
Trump responds to Harris' media campaign by criticizing Bob Woodward, Howard Stern, and her hurricane briefing.

At least on one point, the Kremlin has aligned with Bob Woodward against Donald Trump.

Woodward's new book includes a report on the pandemic's impact, including difficulties in obtaining home testing kits for Covid-19 when the death toll was high.

In 2020, President Trump covertly provided Vladimir Putin with several Abbott Point of Care Covid test machines for his personal use.

The Trump campaign asserted that Woodward's book, which CNN obtained in advance, contained only fabricated tales.

But Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov confirmed the receipt of the Covid machines.

Former President Donald Trump and investigative journalist Bob Woodward
A side-by-side with former President Donald Trump and investigative journalist Bob Woodward. (Getty Images)

"When the pandemic started, countries lacked sufficient equipment, according to Peskov. However, many countries responded with acts of support and sent each other shipments of various equipment they had."

In the spring of 2020, Russia provided the Trump administration with 60 tons of medical equipment.

Trump was told by the Russian dictator, "Don't reveal this to anyone because people will be angry with you, not me. They don't care about me." (Woodward)

Peskov denied Woodward's claim that Trump has had as many as seven calls with Putin since leaving the White House.

In "War," the Washington Post journalist reports that Trump had a private phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but Trump officials claim they have no knowledge of such a conversation.

Trump sued Woodward for releasing taped interviews after they had a falling out, with the former president granting the journalist 18 interviews for his previous book.

Russian shadow fleet
In this pool photograph distributed by Russian state-owned Sputnik agency, Russian President Vladimir Putin holds a meeting with the acting governor of Kaliningrad Region at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence, outside Moscow on August 14, 2024.  (Gavriil Grigorov/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Woodward is a journalist whose work I am very familiar with, and while it's possible for any journalist to be deceived by sources, he does not fabricate information.

The book covers various topics, including Joe Biden confronting Putin about the impending invasion of Ukraine, Kamala Harris warning Zelenskyy of the situation, and officials believing there was a 50% chance of Putin using a tactical nuclear weapon against the Ukrainians, labeling him the "epitome of evil."

Bibi Netanyahu was repeatedly insulted by the president, who called him an SOB and a "f***ing liar," after he invaded the crowded Rafah area despite American pressure.

Trump's spokesman described Woodward as a "demented and deranged man" who is suffering from "Trump Derangement Syndrome." He is described as an "angry, little man" who is upset because President Trump is suing him for unauthorized publishing of recordings. Trump gave him no access for the book, which is considered trash and can be found in the bargain bin of a discount bookstore or used as toilet paper. Woodward is a "sleazebag" who has lost his mental abilities and is slow, lethargic, incompetent, and has no personality.

Why stop there?

Trump, known for his counter-punching style, quickly launches a response.

Harris in Michigan
U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris poses during the Unite for America live-streaming rally in Farmington Hills, Michigan, on September 19, 2024.  (SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty Images)

Following Harris' amicable conversation with Howard Stern, who stated it was irrational to support Trump, a post was posted on Truth Social.

Howard Stern, a beta male, made a fool of himself on his low-rated radio show when he interviewed Kamala Harris, and hit her with so many softball questions that even she was embarrassed.

"He was a complete fool, working tirelessly to make an incompetent and poorly equipped person appear competent, which was ultimately unsuccessful. I abandoned Howard long ago, like most others, and have since been praised for my excellent judgment!"

Of course, Donald and Howard were once New York pals, and Trump was present at their wedding.

Trump's campaign manager Chris LaCivita criticized Planet Chronicle for covering a government briefing on Hurricane Milton, which included both Biden and Harris, as the storm approached Florida.

Chris LaCivita posted on X that @Planet Chronicle is "just as bad as every other 'cable news' network" and is "running literally propaganda and @KamalaHarris TV ads disguised as a news conference."

Just as there is a political advantage for Ron DeSantis holding a press conference on the Category 5 threat, there is also a benefit for Harris and FEMA demonstrating their preparation for the Florida storm.

After weeks of Kamala's media blitz being overshadowed by Trump's campaign coverage, this indicates Trump's resolve to insert himself into every story, even if it is negative.

by Howard Kurtz

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