During a recent press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defended President Trump's stance on protests ahead of a military parade. Responding to a question from reporter Jasmine Wright about the president's comments regarding protestors, Leavitt emphasized that Trump supports First Amendment rights and peaceful demonstrations. However, she reiterated that he would not tolerate violence. The exchange became tense when Leavitt dismissed Wright's question as 'stupid', reflecting the heightened emotions surrounding the upcoming event celebrating the Army's 250th birthday.
The president absolutely supports peaceful protests, Leavitt replied. He supports the First Amendment. He supports the right of Americans to make their voices heard.
Can you clarify what kind of protest President Trump does support or find acceptable? wright asked Leavitt during the testy exchange regarding the military parade.
Trump stated that protestors at the parade would be met with very big force, indicating a strong stance against any form of protest at the event.
Of course, the president supports peaceful protests! Leavitt told Wright. What a stupid question!
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