Why is Trump Still on TV Despite Harmful Comments?

The question of why Donald Trump continues to make television appearances despite the harm his comments have caused is a multifaceted one. While some might argue that Trump has a unique talent for provoking strong emotional reactions, current events paint a different picture. Indeed, the reality of his positioning in the decade now suggests a failed businessman turned corrupt politician, someone who has faced impeachment twice and lost a free and fair election to Joe Biden. This analysis reveals that despite any initial stumble, Trump remains a formidable figure in the television space due to his unique brand of political theater.

Trump as a Failed Businessman and Failed Politician

Six years into the current decade, we must reevaluate the statement that 'Donald Trump in this decade is a businessman turned into a politician.' Recent events and historical context demand that the statement be revised: 'Donald Trump in this decade is a failed businessman turned into a failed corrupt politician who was impeached twice and lost a free and fair election to Joe Biden.' Trump's business ventures have not only failed but have also been marred by controversy and allegations of corruption, leading to his impeachment in 2020 and 2023.

Despite these negative developments, the question remains: why is he still on television? This political illiteracy and inability to govern is rooted in the nature of Trump's fame, which was largely built on his role in reality television. The Apprentice, in particular, played a significant role in his rise to prominence. As a president, Trump has shown little aptitude for governance, and his daily TV appearances demonstrate a preoccupation with ratings and public attention.

The Television Personality: A Reality TV President

Donald Trump's presidency has often been described as a reality TV presidency, a term aptly used to describe a leader whose behavior and public image are more akin to those seen on screen than in the halls of government. Trump spends a ridiculous amount of time watching TV and tweeting, and his daily schedules often revolve around maintaining his public image, which is inextricably linked to his ratings and the attention he receives.

The idea that Trump would voluntarily stay off television is laughable. If he or those close to him were smart about it, they would have realized the folly of his repeated daily briefings, which culminated in the dangerous suggestion of ingesting disinfectant. By the time 'In one vein, turn on one vein' became a rallying cry, any semblance of a rational approach to avoiding media scrutiny had been abandoned.

The Political Backlash and Ethical Failures

Given his history and the ethical failures he has displayed, it is clear that any title or position he holds should be dissolved. The administrations and staff should have the courage to publicly call him out and demand his removal. If they do this, they can later claim they were joking. After all, that is how politics works, isn't it?

The cumbersome, charmless, and disrespectful journey of the Trump presidency is as much a reality show as anything else. It continues to captivate audiences, but the damage it has caused cannot be undone by more television appearances. Perhaps the most significant question is not why Trump is still on TV, but why he ever was in the first place, and what it says about the current state of American democracy.