Trump's Fish Joke to Billionaire Rival Draws 'Authoritarian Classic' Warning

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President Donald Trump joked at a Rose Garden dinner Thursday that he could ban fishing and drive Bass Pro Shops owner Johnny Morris out of business, drawing criticism from political commentator David Pakman. Pakman called the remark an "authoritarian classic," arguing the joke contained a veiled threat and that Trump sought praise for not abusing his power over the billionaire rival. Trump and Morris frequently compete on Forbes' list of the world's richest people, and Pakman interpreted the president's message as a demonstration of dominance over his business interests.


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