In light of the recent Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, former President Donald Trump has chosen to remain silent, instead focusing on his personal affairs and wealth.
What Happened: Trump has been actively engaging on his social media platform, Truth Social discussing the company’s new listing and his increasing wealth, among other topics, Politico reported on Thursday. However, he has not addressed the bridge collapse, a significant news event that has dominated cable news.
The only response from Trump regarding the bridge incident was a shared clip of Sean Hannity criticizing President Joe Biden for his lack of commentary on the tragedy. This silence has been reported as unusual for Trump, known for his frequent and wide-ranging social media commentary.
Republican strategist Dave Carney suggested there was no need for Trump to comment on the bridge collapse. However, others believe that at the very least, Trump could have expressed sympathy for the six men who lost their lives in the incident.
Why It Matters: The collapse of the bridge is a significant national disaster, resulting in loss of life and an expected $2 billion in repair costs. It has also disrupted many lives and global goods transportation. Trump’s silence on this issue is surprising, especially considering his self-proclaimed competency as a builder and his history of attention to construction projects.
The catastrophic collapse of the bridge could trigger a massive insurance payout, potentially reaching a staggering $4 billion. This incident could eclipse the record insured losses ($1.5 billion) from the 2012 Costa Concordia cruise ship disaster.
The U.S. government has granted Maryland $60 million in emergency funds to reconstruct the collapsed bridge.
Meanwhile, election polls continue to show a close race between Trump and Biden for the 2024 presidential election, with less than 11 months remaining.
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