Trump defends ‘loving’ January 6 supporters as he criticizes CNN

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Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleHolly BishopFriday 05 June 2026 01:00 BSTTrump claims January 6 insurrection was a 'day full of love' as he attacks CNNPresident Donald Trump characterized the January 6 Capitol insurrection as a "day full of love", despite widespread condemnation of the events.He accused CNN and The New York Times of "false reporting" and "abusing people so badly" in their coverage.Trump claimed these media outlets had "destroyed great people" through their portrayal of the events.He asserted that individuals who attended the January 6 gathering were motivated by "love" and "friendship" and were emotional.These statements were made to reporters in the Oval Office on Wednesday, June 3.In fullTrump claims January 6 insurrection was a ‘day full of love’ as he attacks CNNThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in