Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy made headlines on Sunday as he took the stage at Turning Point USA’s America Fest 2023, a prominent four-day event featuring conservative figures addressing young Republicans on current political issues.
During his impassioned speech, Ramaswamy began by urging the government to “tell the truth again” in the United States, emphasizing the resilience of the American people in handling the truth. He asserted that citizens deserve transparency from their government.
Shifting his focus to the recent GOP debate and the role of the mainstream media, Ramaswamy expressed frustration at the unspoken norms within the Republican Party. He criticized the media’s coverage and specifically targeted CNN analyst Van Jones, citing Jones’s previous comments about him.
Addressing the audience, Ramaswamy lashed out at Jones, vehemently stating, “You got this character Van Jones on CNN afterwards saying, ‘this is the rise of an American demagogue who’s going to live 50 years longer than Trump. This is dangerous. I am shaking.’ That’s what he says. Just shut the fck up. At a certain point, just shut the fck up.”
This confrontation stems from Jones’s post-GOP debate commentary in early December, where he expressed concern about Ramaswamy’s performance, describing him as “dangerous” and likening his rhetoric to “one step away from Nazi propaganda.” Ramaswamy’s response on the Turning Point USA stage reflects his frustration with the media’s portrayal and commentary on his candidacy.
The exchange has ignited discussions about the relationship between political candidates and media analysts, with reactions pouring in from various quarters. The incident is expected to remain a focal point in the ongoing political discourse.
