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Donald Trump Jr claims there was no Jan 6 insurrection, Internet hits back with slew of dad jokes

Donald Trump Jr's recent denial of the Jan 6 insurrection sparked a social media storm

WASHINGTON, DC: Donald Trump Jr has ignited a fresh controversy, diverging from the accepted narrative of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, stirring the ire of internet denizens with his contentious remarks.

Donald Trump Jr's dismissal of an insurrection triggers backlash

In a post on X, Trump Jr dismissed the notion of an insurrection, sharing a video depicting individuals strolling through the Capitol's lobby amid minimal resistance from security, writing: "Doesn’t seem like an insurrection to me but we all knew that from moment one. Is there ever a time that our own government isn’t lying to us?"

This ignited a deluge of responses across social media, with users critiquing his stance and invoking humor at his expense.

One user on X sharply wrote, "Who knew cowardice is hereditary?" Another sarcastically quipped, "Is your daddy lying again, sparky?"

Another user retorted, "I'm sorry but your dad called it a violent insurrection the next day. Just because some people were peaceful inside doesn't mean the violence outside didn't exist."

Adding to the criticism, another person pointedly remarked, "Why were you trying to call daddy to say that it had gone too far and he should stop it? We remember Jr. The Trump family all have very poor memories!!"

Yet another user challenged Trump Jr, stating, "Don't take our word for it, Junior. Your own father called the Jan 6 attack on the Capitol: '[A] Heinous attack [with] violence, lawlessness, and mayhem [that] defiled the seat of American democracy.' Was Donald J. Trump lying to you too?"

Donald Trump Jr takes center stage in family's civil fraud trial

Amidst the social media furor, Donald Trump Jr took center stage in the family's civil fraud trial in New York.

Describing his father as a real estate "artist" and a "genius," he aimed to bolster the defense in a case that could jeopardize the Trump Organization's business in New York.

Despite the trial's gravity, much of Trump Jr's testimony appeared tangential to the core claims under scrutiny, as per BBC.

During his court appearance, Trump Jr maintained an affable demeanor, employing humor that veered at times toward self-deprecation.

He lightened the mood by jesting about potential lawsuits and even engaged in banter about his dissatisfaction with courtroom sketches.

From reminiscing about his humble beginnings as a bartender to highlighting his ascent within the Trump Organization, his narrative wove together anecdotes showcasing his professional journey.

Defense attorneys paint vivid picture of the 'Trump story' during fraud trial

During the New York fraud trial, defense attorneys strategically employed a lengthy presentation, attempting to paint a vivid picture of the "Trump story" and the company's historical trajectory.

However, the focus seemed to stray from the allegations at hand, with Trump Jr's testimony largely deviating from the core contentions of the case.

The ongoing courtroom drama has become a stage for both legal proceedings and social commentary, spotlighting the conflicting narratives of the Trump family while maintaining an online dialogue that juxtaposes their statements against public records and past assertions.