Dear Editor,
JM’s recent opinion piece, “A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words,” is riddled with inaccuracies and driven by an obvious disdain for President Trump—what many call TDS. I personally watched the fainting incident live on television, and contrary to JM’s claim, the individual who fainted was not part of Trump’s team. He was a representative from Eli Lilly, a company President Trump has never met with directly, but one of the pharmaceutical firms with which he successfully negotiated lower prices for weight-loss medications—policies that stand to benefit millions of Americans.
JM further misrepresents the situation by suggesting President Trump did nothing when the fainting occurred. In reality, Trump immediately stood up, turned toward the man, and was prepared to assist. However, the Oval Office was filled with doctors that day, including Dr. Oz, who quickly stepped in to provide medical care. Should the President have pushed trained physicians aside? Of course not. Trump appropriately stepped back as medical professionals administered aid, yet critics continue to distort this moment for partisan attacks.
The article also criticizes the construction of a new White House ballroom, claiming selfish motives. In truth, the project is being built at no cost to taxpayers and is intended to serve future presidents and the American people. Hosting dignitaries and heads of state in a proper venue strengthens America’s image abroad. Currently, large events are forced onto the White House lawn, raising security concerns and costing upwards of a million dollars for tents and catering. The ballroom solves these issues responsibly.
JM’s rhetoric continues with misleading language, referring to illegal immigrants simply as “immigrants” and ignoring the distinction. This kind of partisan framing is tired, and Americans see through it. It’s one of the reasons Trump was elected in the first place. The endless slander, lawfare, and name-calling—“Nazi,” “Dictator,” “King,” “Authoritarian”—only reinforce Trump’s strength and the resilience of the conservative movement.
President Trump understands free-market capitalism. He recognizes the importance of the entrepreneurial class—the top 1%—to launch companies, innovate, and create jobs. This flourishes in the low-tax environment he has championed. His policies have driven rising real wages and unleashed trillions in domestic investment, largely thanks to his negotiation skills and strategic use of tariffs. These investments will generate jobs across all sectors. No other president has achieved this, nor could they. Models that rely on bottom-up redistribution mirror third-world economies, which inevitably collapse when resources run dry.
The JM’s of the world need to take a step back, breathe, and look at reality with clear eyes. Otherwise, help is available—if they’re willing to ask for it.
Thanks,
Victor Grippi
