WOW! CNN’s Abby Phillip Thinks Obama Should Have Given Trump Credit in Tweet About Middle East Peace Deal (VIDEO) | The Gateway Pundit | by Mike LaChance

Here’s a glimpse into former President Barack Obama’s tweet:

As we reflect on two years marked by devastating loss for both Israeli families and the people of Gaza, there’s a sense of hope as a resolution to the conflict seems imminent. The potential reunification of hostages with their families is a silver lining, and crucial humanitarian aid can finally reach those in Gaza whose lives have been upended. The onus now lies with Israelis and Palestinians, supported by the U.S. and the global community, to undertake the arduous task of rehabilitating Gaza and to commit earnestly to a process that recognizes the shared humanity and fundamental rights of both groups—ultimately paving the way toward lasting peace.

As we reflect on two years marked by devastating loss for both Israeli families and the people of Gaza, there’s a sense of hope as a resolution to the conflict seems imminent; that those hostages still being held will be reunited with their families; and that vital aid can…

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) October 9, 2025

In response, Donald Trump Jr. added his own commentary:

I’ll take it from here. “Thank you, Donald Trump” https://t.co/MDzhimsLWL

— Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) October 9, 2025

Then came Abby Phillip’s remarks on CNN, via Mediaite:

Abby Phillip from CNN called out former President Barack Obama, noting his conspicuous omission of credit to President Donald Trump for his role in brokering a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Phillip argued that if Obama was to comment on the peace deal, crediting the sitting president might have been a reasonable gesture.

These comments were made during a segment on CNN’s Table for Five on Saturday morning.

“It’s not unreasonable to suggest that if President Obama is going to write an entire post about a peace deal, he should recognize the president who facilitated it,” she stated.

Watch:

NEW: Even CNN’s Abby Phillip *CALLS OUT* Obama for not crediting TRUMP on Israel-Hamas peace deal

“It’s not unreasonable to suggest that if President Obama is going to write an entire post about a peace deal, he should recognize the president who facilitated it.”… pic.twitter.com/L5tdfN6jv1

— Jason Cohen (@JasonJournoDC) October 11, 2025

When even CNN takes a dim view of Obama’s selective memory…