Former White House communications director Hope Hicks recently disclosed that she was present for phone calls between David Pecker, CEO of American Media Inc., and then-candidate Donald Trump during the 2016 presidential campaign. Hicks stated that one of the calls took place shortly after the National Enquirer published an article on Ben Carson.
According to Hicks, during the call, Trump congratulated Pecker and his team on what he described as 'great reporting.' Trump reportedly went on to praise the article, referring to it as 'Pulitzer-worthy.'
The revelation sheds light on the close relationship between Trump and Pecker, as well as the level of involvement the then-candidate had in shaping media narratives during his campaign. The National Enquirer, a tabloid publication owned by American Media Inc., was known for its favorable coverage of Trump throughout the election season.
Hicks' testimony is part of the ongoing investigations into potential collusion between the Trump campaign and external parties during the 2016 election. The phone calls between Trump and Pecker raise questions about the extent to which the campaign may have coordinated with media outlets to influence public opinion.
As more details emerge from individuals close to the Trump campaign, the public gains a deeper understanding of the behind-the-scenes interactions that took place during a pivotal moment in American politics. The relationship between Trump, Pecker, and the media continues to be a subject of scrutiny as investigators seek to uncover the full extent of any potential improprieties.
