Trump Blasts Wall Street Journal: ‘HAS LOST ITS WAY!’
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Former President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday, declaring that the influential financial newspaper “HAS LOST ITS WAY!” The post on Truth Social did not specify the article or editorial that provoked the outburst, but the broadside fits a pattern of Trump’s long-running feud with the Murdoch-owned publication .
“THE WALL STREET JOURNAL HAS LOST ITS WAY!” — Donald Trump
A History of Feuds
Trump’s relationship with the Wall Street Journal has deteriorated significantly over the years. While the newspaper’s editorial board has often aligned with conservative positions, it has frequently broken with Trump on trade policy, tariffs, and his challenges to democratic norms.
Key moments in the Trump-Journal feud:
| Date | Incident |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | Trump attacks WSJ as “lost its way” |
| March 2026 | WSJ editorial board criticizes Trump’s tariff proposals |
| 2024 | WSJ editorial board calls Trump’s election fraud claims “dangerous” |
| 2021 | Trump calls WSJ “Fake News” after editorial critical of his post-presidency |
| 2019 | Trump accuses WSJ of being “radical left” |
The Wall Street Journal had not immediately responded to Trump’s latest criticism .
Timing: Iran Coverage?
While Trump did not specify the trigger, his attack may have been prompted by the Journal’s recent reporting on US-Iran tensions. On Tuesday, the WSJ reported that the Trump administration had blocked a $500 million shipment to Iraq and suspended security cooperation to pressure Baghdad to rein in Iran-backed militias .
Trump has previously accused the media of biased coverage of his Iran policy, calling mainstream outlets “Fake News” and “enemy of the people.” His latest broadside suggests he believes the Journal’s reporting has crossed a line .
‘Lost Its Way’: Trump’s Media Critiques
Trump’s characterization of the Wall Street Journal as having “lost its way” echoes his frequent critiques of other conservative media outlets he believes have abandoned him.
Trump’s critiques of conservative media:
| Outlet | Trump’s characterization |
|---|---|
| Fox News | “Fake News” (after initial support) |
| Wall Street Journal | “Lost its way” (most recent) |
| National Review | “Irrelevant” |
| The Weekly Standard | “Dead” (defunct publication) |
Trump has a history of embracing conservative media that supports him and attacking those that do not. His latest blast at the Wall Street Journal suggests that the publication has joined the list of outlets he considers insufficiently loyal .
The Wall Street Journal’s Position
The Wall Street Journal has maintained its editorial independence throughout Trump’s political career. Its editorial board has supported many conservative causes but has frequently broken with Trump on trade, tariffs, and his rhetoric about the media and democratic institutions.
The newspaper’s news division, separate from its editorial board, has broken numerous stories about the Trump administration’s Iran policy, including the recent reporting on Iraq financial pressure .
What Comes Next
Trump’s attack is unlikely to be the last. As the 2026 election campaign intensifies, Trump will likely continue to use his Truth Social platform to attack media outlets he views as hostile.
| Scenario | Likelihood | Implications |
|---|---|---|
| WSJ responds | Unlikely | Typically does not engage with such attacks |
| Trump escalates | Possible | May name specific reporters or editors |
| Other conservative outlets attacked | Likely | Trump has history of attacking critics |
For now, the Wall Street Journal has “lost its way” in Trump’s eyes—a designation that says as much about the former president’s relationship with the media as it does about the newspaper itself.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Why did Trump attack the Wall Street Journal?
Trump did not specify a reason, posting only that the newspaper “HAS LOST ITS WAY!” The attack may have been prompted by the Journal’s recent reporting on US-Iran tensions or by a critical editorial .
2. Has Trump attacked the Wall Street Journal before?
Yes. Trump has a long-running feud with the Journal, accusing it of being “Fake News” in 2021 and “radical left” in 2019, despite the newspaper’s generally conservative editorial stance .
3. How has the Wall Street Journal responded?
The newspaper had not immediately responded to Trump’s criticism .
4. What was the Wall Street Journal reporting on Iran?
On Tuesday, the WSJ reported that the Trump administration had blocked a $500 million shipment to Iraq and suspended security cooperation to pressure Baghdad to rein in Iran-backed militias .
5. Is the Wall Street Journal conservative?
The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board is conservative, but its news division is separate. The editorial board has supported many conservative causes but has frequently broken with Trump on trade, tariffs, and his challenges to democratic norms .
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