š Share this article Condemnation Explodes as Trump's Social Media Remarks on Rob Reiner Ignites Sharp Criticism Individuals from both sides of the political aisle and the entertainment world are coming together to condemn Donald Trump for his remarks following the shocking passing of renowned director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele. An Inflammatory Online Statement Following the discovery of the couple dead at their Los Angeles home, Trump posted on his platform to label the late director as "anguished and struggling". In a post, he asserted Reiner's demise was "because of the hostility he caused others through his enormous, unyielding, and untreatable condition with a debilitating disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME". The post then pivoted to praising his own achievements, juxtaposing Reiner's supposed "raging obsession" and "obvious paranoia" with what Trump described as the "Golden Age of America". Police Update and Arrest Police have since announced the arrest of the couple's 32-year-old son, Nick, on charges related to homicide in relation to the case. It is reported his bond was established at a substantial amount. A Torrent of Condemnation from Celebrities and Politicians The reaction to Trump's words was swift and scathing. This is a appalling and vile comment,ā said public figure Patrick Schwarzenegger. Television host Whoopi Goldberg, who called Reiner a friend, also criticized the remarks. Goldberg referenced previous comments from Trump about political violence, asking, "Have you no decency? Is it possible to get any worse?" California's Democratic governor, Gavin Newsom, simply stated, "He is a sick man." Echoing this view, US House member Maxwell Alejandro Frost said, "What a despicable piece of garbage." Senator Chris Murphy added, "He's just crossed a line. Now saying Rob and Michele Reiner caused their own murder because they didnāt support him. So sick." Rebuke from His Own Political Ranks Some Republican lawmakers also voiced disapproval. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene stated that the event was "a personal tragedy, not about politics or rivals". Greene also alluded to challenges with addiction and mental health within families. Fellow Republican congressman, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's remarks "unacceptable and disgraceful" considering the circumstances. He publicly challenged members in his political party to justify the statements. The Director's History and Stance on Trump Rob Reiner was long a outspoken detractor of Donald Trump. In a past conversation, he stated Trump was "mentally unfit" for the office. He had also warned about the risks of authoritarian rule should Trump be reelected to power. "There is autocracy making its move around the world," Reiner said. "Should the United States crumble, thereās a risk that democracy crumble around the world." Despite his pointed opposition, Reiner had previously expressed "complete revulsion" and condemned violence for political ends without reservation following the killing of another individual. A Notable Connection: The Art of the Deal Adding a element of historical irony, Michele Reiner, formerly Michele Singer, was the photographer who captured the photograph for Donald Trump's iconic book, The Art of the Deal. Rob Reiner had previously recounted the story of the photo shoot, mentioning Trump's demand for "a specific hair product" as being photographed on a skyscraper with a view of Central Park.