🔗 Share this article Fury Erupts as Former President Trump's Social Media Remarks on Director Rob Reiner Spurs Sharp Rebuke Personalities from both sides of the partisan spectrum and the entertainment world are coming together to denounce former President Donald Trump for his comments in the wake of the shocking passing of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele. An Inflammatory Social Media Statement After the couple were found dead at their Los Angeles home, Trump took to his platform to describe the late director as "anguished and struggling". The message, he asserted Reiner's demise was "due to the hostility he provoked others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable condition with a debilitating disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME". His comments quickly shifted to self-praise, contrasting Reiner's alleged "raging obsession" and "obvious paranoia" with what Trump called the "Golden Age of America". Law Enforcement Developments and Detention Authorities have since announced the arrest of the Reiners' 32-year-old son, Nick, on charges related to murder in relation to the case. Reports indicate his bond was established at a substantial amount. A Wave of Criticism from Celebrities and Politicians The response to Trump's post was immediate and scathing. “What a appalling and vile comment,” said public figure Patrick Schwarzenegger. Television host Whoopi Goldberg, who called Reiner a close acquaintance, also condemned the statements. She referenced prior comments from Trump about the killing of an activist, asking, "Have you no decency? Is it possible to get any lower?" California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, succinctly wrote, "This is a disturbed man." Echoing this sentiment, US House member Maxwell Alejandro Frost declared, "What a despicable piece of garbage." Senator Chris Murphy added, "He's just lost it. Now implying Rob and Michele Reiner brought on their own demise because they opposed him. So sick." Rebuke from His Own Party A number of GOP lawmakers also expressed disapproval. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasized that the situation was "a personal tragedy, not about politics or political enemies". Greene also alluded to challenges with substance abuse and psychological well-being within families. Another GOP representative, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's remarks "unacceptable and disrespectful" considering the nature of the deaths. He publicly challenged members in his political party to justify the statements. Reiner's History and Views on Trump Rob Reiner was long a outspoken critic of Donald Trump. In a previous interview, he argued Trump was "mentally unfit" for the presidency. He had also cautioned about the dangers of autocracy if Trump return to power. "There is authoritarianism making its move around the world," Reiner noted. "If we crumble, there’s a risk that democratic systems collapse around the world." Regardless of his strong opposition, Reiner had in the past expressed "absolute horror" and denounced political violence without reservation following the shooting of another individual. A Notable Connection: The Art of the Deal Adding a layer of historical irony, Michele Reiner, formerly Michele Singer, was the photographer who shot the cover image for Donald Trump's 1987 book, The Art of the Deal. Rob Reiner had previously shared the story of the session, noting Trump's request for "special hairspray" while being photographed on a high-rise overlooking Central Park.