During a live interview on MSNBC, host Ari Melber confronted Trump campaign senior adviser Corey Lewandowski for falsely attributing a quote to him. Melber warned Lewandowski of potential defamation consequences if he continued to spread misinformation.
Lewandowski, a former campaign manager for Donald Trump, evaded a question about his honesty with the media and instead referenced Melber’s coverage of the Republican National Convention. Melber, in a previous segment, had referenced a New York Times critic’s analysis of Trump’s behavior at the convention.
Accusing Melber of suggesting that Trump wore a bandage on his ear for spectacle, Lewandowski misinterpreted the host’s previous comments. Melber clarified his analysis from the convention and pointed to the New York Times quote he had referenced.
Referencing a similar incident involving Fox News, Melber emphasized the importance of accurate reporting and stood by his coverage of the RNC. He highlighted the potential consequences of spreading false information and reiterated his commitment to factual reporting.
