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Trump’s edited video falsely suggests King Charles walked away from fainting Asda worker
The Independent • • world
Key Points:
- Former President Donald Trump posted an edited video on Truth Social showing King Charles appearing indifferent as a man collapses during a 2017 visit, aiming to portray the monarch as cold-hearted while highlighting Trump's warmth and compassion.
- The video montage contrasts foreign leaders ignoring distress or being disrespectful with Trump depicted as "the people’s president," engaging warmly with troops, veterans, and police.
- The original footage reveals King Charles attempting to catch the collapsing employee and staying nearby until medical help arrived, contradicting the edited portrayal of him walking away unconcerned.
- The video also negatively depicts other leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron ignoring a collapsed guard, Joe Biden checking his watch at a ceremony, and Barack Obama giving a casual salute with a coffee cup.
- Despite the critical portrayal of King Charles, Trump has previously expressed strong support for the royal family, praising Charles while criticizing Harry and Meghan for their treatment of the monarchy.
