A former ally of Donald Trump has publicly criticized him over what many have described as a deeply insensitive reaction to the tragic deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Reiner.
Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has previously supported Trump, pushed back after he suggested on social media that the couple’s deaths were somehow linked to what he called “Trump derangement syndrome.” Her response struck a notably different tone, emphasizing empathy rather than politics.
Writing on X, Greene stated that Rob Reiner and his wife were victims of a devastating family tragedy. She noted that their children are now left grieving an unimaginable loss and stressed that the situation should not be exploited for political attacks. She also highlighted the broader issue of families struggling with addiction and mental health challenges, pointing out that these situations are incredibly painful and deserve compassion especially when they end in violence.
Trump’s original post on his Truth Social platform drew widespread backlash for its rambling and accusatory nature. Critics across social media accused him of politicizing a horrific event and making unfounded claims about Reiner’s alleged fixation on him, rather than acknowledging the human loss involved.
Law enforcement has described the case as an apparent homicide. Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele, 68, were found dead in their home after emergency services responded to a call on Sunday afternoon. Authorities later confirmed their identities and said detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide Division are leading the investigation.
A 32-year-old family member has been taken into custody on suspicion of murder, according to police officials. Investigators have stated that the individual has a documented history of substance abuse, though the case remains under investigation and further details have not yet been made public.
The tragedy has reignited debate about how public figures respond to violent crimes, particularly when politics intersects with personal loss. For many observers, Greene’s remarks stood out as a rare moment of restraint and empathy something they felt was missing from Trump’s response.
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