On September 5, 2025, Donald Trump launched a fiery early-morning rant on Truth Social, targeting a retiring congressman and foreign leaders. The president criticized longtime New York Rep. Jerry Nadler, calling him “disgusting” and blaming him for opposition to Trump’s projects. Trump also attacked India, Russia, and China after their leaders met in Tianjin, China, expressing regret over losing influence in those countries.
- Trump criticizes retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler
- Nadler served in Congress since 1992
- Trump and Nadler had longstanding political conflicts
- Trump criticizes India, Russia, China alliance
- Nadler plans to step down from Congress
- Trump claims to have "beaten" Nadler for decades
Trump began his rant at 6 a.m. EST, calling Nadler “disgusting” and saying he should have left Congress earlier. Nadler, who served since 1992, plans to step down next year after relinquishing his role as Judiciary Committee chair. Trump accused Nadler of opposing him for decades, dating back to a failed 1980s development project and his 1995 “Fat Jerry” nickname. Despite Nadler’s 2019 impeachment role, Trump claims he’s “beaten this bum for 40 years,” criticizing the impeachment as a waste of money. Trump also mocked the recent meeting of India, Russia, and China’s leaders, sharing a photo and wishing them “a long and prosperous future together.”
- Trump criticizes Nadler’s retirement, calling for his exit from Congress.
- He blames Nadler’s opposition for his failed development projects in NYC.
- Trump claims victory over Nadler, citing decades of political battles.
- He condemns the China-India-Russia alliance, expressing regret over U.S. influence loss.
This inflammatory post underscores ongoing political and international tensions, with Trump asserting his dominance and criticizing rivals.
The post’s tone suggests continued polarization and potential for further conflicts in U.S. politics and foreign relations.
