Over the past 24 hours, conservatives and liberals alike have been discussing a controversial remark from Trump, quoted in a recent Golf Magazine article. Emphasis mine–
As President, Trump has already made four visits to the club. He has his own cottage adjacent to the pool; it was recently given a secure perimeter by the Secret Service, leading to the inevitable joke that it’s the only wall Trump has successfully built. Chatting with some members before a recent round of golf, he explained his frequent appearances: “That White House is a real dump.” (A White House spokesperson denies this occurred.)
As I noted earlier, it did sound like something he would say to his friends in jest. It’s obvious the White House is a downgrade for Trump– not enough gold. But in a world where #FakeNews runs rampant, who really knows if he said it.
Well, the chatter must be getting on Trump’s nerves, because he finally addressed it on Twitter.
I love the White House, one of the most beautiful buildings (homes) I have ever seen. But Fake News said I called it a dump – TOTALLY UNTRUE
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 3, 2017
There you have it. Trump says this is another instance of #FakeNews. Take that as you will.