Anderson Cooper Rejects Trump Surrogate's Defense of 'Fascist' Rhetoric

The CNN anchor dismissed claims that Donald Trump's controversial statements are typical of New Yorkers, calling the defense 'bullshit.'

Former California Lt. Gov. Abel Maldonado argued that Trump's remarks are simply characteristic of his New York background.
Cooper, a New Yorker himself, countered that the defense was unfounded and labeled it as 'bullshit.'
Trump's rhetoric has drawn increasing criticism for its authoritarian tone, with figures like Mark Milley labeling him a 'fascist to the core.'
The debate highlighted ongoing tensions over Trump’s comments, including derogatory statements about immigrants.
Cooper challenged Maldonado's assertions, emphasizing factual inaccuracies in his defense of Trump's past and current behavior.