President Trump doubled down on his willingness to commit war crimes during a press conference Monday, repeatedly speaking over a reporter who cited the Geneva Conventions to remind him that attacking civilian infrastructure is illegal. Instead of responding to the substance of the question itself, Trump first tried attacking the reporter’s credibility. “Deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure violate the Geneva Conventions and international law—“ the reporter began before Trump cut him off: “Who are you with?”Advertisement Advertisement“The New York Times,” the reporter answered, then continued to press Trump on the question as Trump repeatedly slandered the credibility of the outlet. The reporter ultimately got in one question: “Are you concerned that your threat to bomb power plants and bridges amounts to war crimes?”“No, not at all,” said Trump. Support fearless, unflinching journalism that holds power accountable and relentlessly pursues the truth.

Source: Huffington Post April 07, 2026 06:55 UTC