CNN’s Jake Tapper criticized Trump supporters on Monday warning that “future employers might see your character defined during adversity.” Tapper was referring to the ongoing effort by the Trump administration to challenge the election results.
“I truly sympathize with those dealing with losing — it’s not easy — but at a certain point one has to think not only about what’s best for the nation (peaceful transfer of power) but how any future employers might see your character defined during adversity,” Tapper tweeted.
People who responded on Twitter said that CNN did not recognize President Trump’s 2016 victory, instead pushing Russian collusion. Tapper was also criticized for not pressing ex-Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams after she refused to concede a loss two years ago to Republican Brian Kemp.
“Jake, are you making a list like AOC to make sure people who disagree with you politically lose their jobs? Seems like you’re pushing a veiled fascist threat here,” political satirist Tim Young wrote.
Tapper added, “I mean, I don’t expect the ride-or-die crew to listen to me,” and sent a third tweet in an apparent attempt to respond to backlash. “I’m talking about professional actions that go well beyond reasonable legal challenges or actions or due diligence and into the land of the wild and unhinged,” Tapper wrote.
