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Trump Threatens Media with Treason Charges Over Iran War Coverage
Trump Accuses Media of Spreading 'Fake News' and Treason
US President Donald Trump has accused media organizations of knowingly colluding with Iran to cast doubt on Washington's decisive 'victory' in the ongoing conflict. In a lengthy Truth Social post, Trump alleged that 'fake news' outlets were spreading false information supposedly fabricated by Iran using artificial intelligence (AI). He claimed that Iran was being 'decimated' and that any 'wins' were created through AI and distributed by 'Corrupt Media Outlets.'
Allegations of Iranian AI Propaganda and Media Criticism
President Trump specifically claimed that Tehran had circulated fabricated footage showing attacks on US military assets, including alleged strikes on refueling aircraft and naval vessels. He dismissed images depicting non-existent 'kamikaze boats' and the burning USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier as AI-generated propaganda intended to portray Iran as militarily successful. Trump described the outlets that published these reports as 'Corrupt and Highly Unpatriotic 'News' Organizations,' stating that media spreading 'knowingly FAKE' information 'should be brought up on Charges for TREASON for the dissemination of false information.'
*Source: RT News (2026-03-16)*
