CNN senior political commentator Scott Jennings recently accused his own network of taking Donald Trump’s remarks out of context, particularly those regarding a “bloodbath.”

Jennings argues that CNN, along with Democratic figures like Kamala Harris, has used these characterizations of Trump to unfairly fuel fear and anger, as the Daily Mail reports.

During a panel discussion, Jennings claimed that the network has allowed Trump’s words to be twisted to create a false narrative of violence.

He pointed to Trump’s controversial "bloodbath" comment as an example, in that it was originally about the economy but later became a focal point of Democratic criticism. According to Jennings, this has played into a larger effort to undermine Trump and stir emotions among his critics.

Trump’s Comments on the Economy Misinterpreted

The controversy surrounding Trump's "bloodbath" remark dates back to a speech in March, where the former president discussed economic concerns during a campaign event in Ohio.

In that speech, Trump warned of a potential “bloodbath” for the American economy if offshoring continued and his tariff policies were not implemented. The comment, Jennings argued, was about the economy, not violence.

However, this remark was seized upon by Democrats, including Harris, who used the “bloodbath” phrase during a presidential debate to suggest that Trump was hinting at violence if the election outcome did not favor him. Jennings criticized this interpretation, emphasizing that Trump’s words had been taken out of their original context to fit a political agenda.

Kamala Harris’ Debate Comments Spark Criticism

Harris, while addressing Trump’s statement during the debate, implied that he was threatening violence if he lost the election. “Donald Trump, the candidate, has said in this election there will be a bloodbath if this and the outcome of this election is not to his liking,” Harris said, referencing the Ohio comment. This narrative, Jennings said, contributed to the dangerous political climate.

Jennings also pointed out that Trump's words have been part of a larger Democratic campaign strategy, which includes labeling him a "dictator" and accusing him of wanting to "eliminate the U.S. Constitution." These accusations, according to Jennings, are not just misrepresentations but dangerous rhetoric that fuels division.

Trump Survives Two Assassination Attempts

The panel discussion came in the wake of two assassination attempts against Trump. In July, Trump survived a targeted attack during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. More recently, on Sunday, a second attempt occurred while Trump was golfing near his Florida club.

The latest incident involved a suspect named Ryan Wesley Routh, who was apprehended after camping outside the golf course with a rifle for nearly 12 hours. Secret Service agents thwarted the attempt before any harm could be done. Jennings pointed to these assassination attempts as evidence of the dangerous atmosphere created by the misrepresentation of Trump’s statements.

Jennings Criticizes the Impact of Rhetoric

Jennings expressed concern over how Trump's statements are being misconstrued to provoke fear and potentially inspire violence. He singled out Harris and other Democrats for taking part in this process, arguing that these actions have real-world consequences.

Jennings' critique extended to CNN itself, which he believes has contributed to the problem by allowing Trump's words to be taken out of context. He accused the network of using Trump's "bloodbath" comment to stir up negative sentiment, rather than focusing on the economic implications Trump originally intended.

Trump Responds to Assassination Attempts

Following the assassination attempts, Trump claimed that Democratic rhetoric had made him a target. "I probably took a bullet to the head because of the things that they say about me,” Trump remarked, referring to accusations that he is a threat to democracy. He dismissed these claims, turning the argument back on his critics, saying, "They're the threat to democracy."

Despite surviving two assassination attempts, Trump remains defiant, but Jennings insists that the inflammatory nature of the political discourse surrounding Trump could lead to further violence.

Conclusion: Misinterpretations of Trump’s Comments Spark Tensions

Scott Jennings’ accusation that CNN and Democrats have misrepresented Trump’s statements highlights the deep divisions in the current political climate.

Jennings argued that taking Trump’s words out of context, particularly the “bloodbath” remark, has contributed to dangerous rhetoric that has led to real-world consequences, including assassination attempts on the former president.

As tensions rise, the interpretation of political statements continues to play a central role in shaping the public discourse.