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The recent town hall on CNN featuring former President Trump has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., leading the charge against the network. Ocasio-Cortez vehemently criticized CNN’s decision to provide Trump with a platform, accusing them of making poor choices that undermine the truth.

In a series of tweets, Ocasio-Cortez expressed her disappointment, stating that CNN had lost control of the town hall, allowing it to become a platform for election disinformation and defenses of the events of January 6th. She raised concerns about the safety of a sexual abuse victim being exposed to harm for the sake of viewership. Ocasio-Cortez did not hold back, directly placing the blame on CNN for their lack of a plan to handle interruptions and misinformation.

During the town hall, moderated by Kaitlan Collins, Trump steadfastly reiterated his claims of election fraud while addressing a range of topics, including abortion, the border wall, and international affairs. The predominantly Republican audience responded enthusiastically, applauding and cheering for the former president.

Ocasio-Cortez’s criticism extended beyond Twitter as she appeared on MSNBC to further denounce CNN’s decision to host the event. She labeled it as “profoundly irresponsible” and stated that it was her duty to speak out against it.

Ocasio-Cortez joined a chorus of liberal voices who criticized Collins for failing to fact-check Trump adequately and for being placed in a challenging position due to the partisan nature of the audience.

The town hall, held at Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire, further heightened tensions surrounding Trump’s recent legal troubles. A New York jury found him liable for sexually abusing writer E. Jean Carroll but not for the rape accusation.

Trump vehemently rejected the verdict, dismissing Carroll as a “wack job” and claiming that her story was entirely fabricated.

While the left was quick to condemn CNN and criticize its CEO Chris Licht for prioritizing ratings over journalistic integrity, Trump’s team celebrated the town hall as a success. Spokeswoman Liz Harrington lauded Trump’s performance, describing it as “masterful” and highlighting his ability to handle the challenges posed by the “Fake News” with ease.

Despite the controversy and the backlash, the town hall demonstrated that Trump still commands a significant following within the GOP. As the frontrunner in current polls, he continues to shape the political landscape and maintain a strong influence on the Republican Party.

As the political landscape evolves, it remains to be seen how the events of the town hall will impact future discussions and the trajectory of Trump’s political career. Stay tuned for more updates on the ongoing developments in the Republican Party and the influence of its key figures.

Source Fox News