“His First Word Was Probably Chauffeur”: CNN Feed Cuts Out During Whitmer’s Trump Critique
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On the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, CNN’s broadcast briefly cut out just as Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered a sharp critique of former President Donald Trump. The interruption left millions of viewers in the dark during a particularly biting moment of her speech.
Whitmer, known for her fiery rhetoric, was in the midst of questioning Trump’s relatability when the feed unexpectedly cut out. “Donald Trump doesn’t know you — at all,” Whitmer declared. “You think he understands that when your car breaks down, you can’t get to work? No! His first word was probably chauffeur.”
Her remark drew laughter from the audience, but as Whitmer continued, the broadcast abruptly went dark. Before the feed was lost, Whitmer added another jab at Trump’s privileged lifestyle: “You think he’s ever had to take items out of the cart before checking out? Hell, do you think he’s ever been to a grocery store? That’s what the chauffeur is for!”
As the audience erupted in laughter, the feed cut out, leaving viewers to wonder what else they might have missed. The broadcast resumed a few minutes later after Whitmer had finished her remarks, but the interruption caused a stir on social media, with many speculating about the timing of the cut, reports Mediaite.
The brief blackout didn’t diminish the impact of Whitmer’s words, as clips of her critique quickly circulated online. Her pointed comments aimed to contrast Trump’s wealth and detachment from everyday struggles with the challenges faced by ordinary Americans.
The interruption during Whitmer’s speech added an unexpected twist to an already intense evening of political discourse. Though the cause of the broadcast glitch remains unclear, it highlighted the charged atmosphere of the convention and the sharp contrasts being drawn between the Democratic candidates and Trump. Whitmer’s critique, despite the brief blackout, resonated with many viewers who were quick to share and comment on her words across social media platforms.
