Trump now calls war reporting ‘treason’. His attacks on the press are escalating fast | Margaret Sullivan

President Trump is labeling war reporting as "treason," escalating his attacks on the press beyond previous rhetoric. According to columnist Margaret Sullivan, Trump's language mirrors tactics used by authoritarian leaders and reflects his desire for media that functions as propaganda rather than independent journalism. The president's criticism centers on coverage of his military operations in Iran, which he characterizes as misguided. Sullivan argues these attacks represent a more extreme phase in Trump's adversarial relationship with the media, signaling his intention to suppress critical reporting on his administration's actions. The escalation raises concerns about threats to press freedom and independent news coverage of government policy.