Former President Trump criticized President Biden for missing the opportunity to mourn slain New York police officer Jonathan Diller during an exclusive interview with “Fox & Friends.” Trump attended Diller’s wake while Biden was at a Democratic fundraising event in Manhattan. Diller, a three-year NYPD veteran, was fatally shot during a traffic stop earlier in the week.
Trump expressed disappointment in Biden’s absence at the wake, stating that the country is in decline and needs to prioritize law and order. He emphasized the importance of supporting the police and criticized Biden for not reaching out to Diller’s family.
Meanwhile, Biden attended the star-studded fundraiser with former presidents Obama and Clinton, as well as celebrities like Lizzo and Stephen Colbert. Trump praised the Diller family and emphasized the need for respect for law enforcement.
The suspect in Diller’s shooting, Guy Rivera, has a lengthy criminal record and is accused of fatally shooting the officer during a traffic stop in Queens. Diller leaves behind a wife and young son.
Tunnel to Towers announced that they would pay off the mortgage for Diller’s grieving wife. The White House expressed condolences to the NYPD and Diller’s family, emphasizing their support for law enforcement.
Overall, the contrasting actions of Trump and Biden highlight the ongoing debate over law and order in the country, with Trump advocating for a stronger stance in support of the police.
