Trump Criticizes Kennedy Family Following Tatiana Schlossberg’s Death
In a recent incident prompting widespread attention, Donald Trump drew criticism after he reposted messages targeting the Kennedy family. This occurred shortly after the announcement of the death of Tatiana Schlossberg, daughter of Caroline Kennedy and granddaughter of the late President John F. Kennedy.
Background on Tatiana Schlossberg
Tatiana Schlossberg passed away at the age of 35. Her death was confirmed on a post by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. She had been battling acute myeloid leukemia and publicly discussed her condition in an essay for The New Yorker.
Schlossberg revealed she was diagnosed with the disease on May 25, the same day she gave birth to her second child. Following rigorous chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, her health had deteriorated, leading her doctor to suggest her survival could be limited to a year.
Trump’s Controversial Remarks
On the day of Schlossberg’s passing, Trump used his Truth Social account to share critical comments regarding the Kennedy family. His posts referenced their objections to the recent renaming of the Kennedy Center, a key cultural institution in Washington, D.C.
- Trump highlighted that the Kennedy family had historically neglected the center.
- He shared posts from figures supporting this view, suggesting the Kennedys do not actively participate in fundraising or attend events.
Responses from the Kennedy Family
The Kennedy family expressed strong disapproval of the decision to rename the Kennedy Center. Jack Schlossberg, a descendant running for the U.S. House, pointed out that the board meeting where the vote took place was not unanimous.
- Joe Kennedy III, former congressman, raised potential legal issues regarding the name change.
- Kerry Kennedy criticized Trump for actions perceived as suppressing free expression among artists.
Impact and Critiques
The responses to Trump’s posts were swift. Critics interpreted his actions as insensitive, particularly given the family’s mourning period. Various commentators on social media condemned Trump for what they described as lacking compassion in a moment of personal tragedy for the Kennedys.
Journalist John Harwood criticized Trump further, suggesting his remarks were indicative of deeper problems. The backlash has reignited debates about the appropriateness of political discourse during sensitive times.
