US President Donald Trump became a hard target of a blunt radio rant after he publicly said he was 'glad' former FBI DirectorRobert Muellerhad died. The comment has sparked backlash across media and political circles, with prominent voices condemning his rhetoric.
The criticism escalated Monday when radio host Charlamagne Tha God used his nationally syndicated platform to question Trump's legacy, his tone, and even what his family, especially Barron and Melania, might think of him after his death.
The controversy began shortly after news broke that Mueller had died on 20 March 2026, at the age of 81, following a multi-year battle with Parkinson's disease.
Within hours,Trump posted on Truth Social, 'Robert Mueller just died. Good, I'm glad he's dead. He can no longer hurt innocent people!'
The remark immediately stood out, not just for its tone, but because of Trump's long-running feud with Mueller, who led the special counsel investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
That investigation shadowed much of Trump's first term and resulted in charges against several of his associates, including former campaign chairman Paul Manafort and former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
While Mueller's final report did not establish a criminal conspiracy, it detailed extensive contacts between Trump's campaign and Russian-linked individuals — findings Trump has repeatedly dismissed as a 'witch hunt.'
The strongest pushback came days later onThe Breakfast Club, where Charlamagne Tha God devoted his 'Donkey of the Day' segment to Trump.
His criticism was direct and personal. 'You are putting yourself into a position that when you pass, people are going to treat it like Mardi Gras in New Orleans,' he said, warning that Trump's own words could shape how he is remembered.
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Source: International Business Times UK