NEW DELHI: Renowned actor Robert De Niro found himself in a heated confrontation with supporters of former President Donald Trump outside a Manhattan courthouse on Tuesday. The incident occurred after a press conference, during which De Niro did not hold back his feelings, shouting at the Trump supporters, “You are gangsters!”
The confrontation took place outside the court where Trump is currently facing trial for alleged hush money payments.De Niro, a vocal critic of Trump, was leaving the press conference when he encountered the group of Trump supporters. The actor’s outburst was met with a mix of reactions from the crowd, some of whom engaged in shouting matches with him.
De Niro has been an outspoken critic of Trump throughout his presidency and beyond, frequently using public platforms to express his disapproval. This latest incident is a continuation of the actor’s ongoing feud with the former president and his supporters.
Following the clash, Trump responded to De Niro’s comments on his social media platform, Truth Social, calling the actor “pathetic” and dismissing his remarks as those of a “clown.”
The altercation highlights the deep-seated divisions that remain in the United States’ political landscape, with high-profile figures like De Niro and Trump continuing to be at the center of public and media attention. The trial in Manhattan, which has drawn significant media coverage, is one of several legal battles Trump is facing.
As the trial progresses, it is likely that tensions will remain high, with supporters and critics of Trump continuing to clash both inside and outside the courtroom.
The confrontation took place outside the court where Trump is currently facing trial for alleged hush money payments.De Niro, a vocal critic of Trump, was leaving the press conference when he encountered the group of Trump supporters. The actor’s outburst was met with a mix of reactions from the crowd, some of whom engaged in shouting matches with him.
De Niro has been an outspoken critic of Trump throughout his presidency and beyond, frequently using public platforms to express his disapproval. This latest incident is a continuation of the actor’s ongoing feud with the former president and his supporters.
Following the clash, Trump responded to De Niro’s comments on his social media platform, Truth Social, calling the actor “pathetic” and dismissing his remarks as those of a “clown.”
The altercation highlights the deep-seated divisions that remain in the United States’ political landscape, with high-profile figures like De Niro and Trump continuing to be at the center of public and media attention. The trial in Manhattan, which has drawn significant media coverage, is one of several legal battles Trump is facing.
As the trial progresses, it is likely that tensions will remain high, with supporters and critics of Trump continuing to clash both inside and outside the courtroom.