It's always a challenge trying to separate which of Donald Trump's words are pure bluster--and which ones he truly believes. He also told the audience--as he has done before--that despite his relentless and often personal attacks on journalists, members of the news media would ultimately vote for his reelection in 2020. "The media will absolutely support me," Trump said, directing his attention to the reporters and photographers gathered at the back of the ballroom. Trump's argument, as it is so often with the president, has its roots in self-preservation and money. The media was a tool he used and loved using.

Source: Forbes February 23, 2018 19:18 UTC