Trump's Unhinged Gala Address: A Symptom of a Broader Crisis in American Politics The White House correspondents' dinner was once a lighthearted affair, where journalists and politicians could put aside their differences and celebrate the role of a free press.
But Donald Trump's rambling address at this year's event starkly revealed how far we've strayed from those ideals. Trump's hour long speech was a jarring mix of insults, potshots, and self aggrandizing boasts.
He hurled abuse at his enemies, including some journalists honored on stage for their reporting on him. By mocking them, he seemed to think he could diminish their work or make it go away.