TV host Greg Gutfeld has stirred controversy after drawing an unlikely comparison between Donald Trump and Nelson Mandela.
The journalist made the remark while discussing Trump’s legal troubles on Fox News, specifically the former president’s sentence in the ‘hush money’ case.
The Unlikely Comparison
During his segment, Gutfeld remarked, “Trump’s a convicted felon, just like Nelson Mandela,” listing other famous figures such as Bill Gates, Justin Bieber, and Martha Stewart.
This comparison came after Trump received an unconditional discharge for 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to his trial earlier in the year.
The sentence ensured that Trump would avoid jail time, fines, and probation.
Fact-Checking the Comparison
However, Gutfeld’s statement quickly drew criticism.
Many viewers pointed out that the comparison was not only inappropriate but also factually incorrect.
While Bill Gates has admitted to minor arrests related to driving offenses in his youth, he has never faced a felony conviction.
Similarly, Justin Bieber, despite several encounters with the law, has never been convicted of a felony.
Social Media Backlash
Social media users wasted no time in mocking Gutfeld’s comparison.
One person pointed out that, while Trump walked free, Mandela spent 27 years behind bars. “Mandela spent 27 years in prison.
Send Trump to prison, then you can make that comparison, although it still wouldn’t be true,” wrote another user.
Many others highlighted the glaring differences between the two figures: Mandela fought against an oppressive apartheid regime in South Africa, while Trump faces charges tied to self-serving actions.
Mandela’s Struggle for Freedom
Nelson Mandela was arrested and imprisoned in 1962 for his efforts to dismantle apartheid.
He was charged with organizing an illegal strike and leaving the country without proper travel documents.
This arrest was part of his broader struggle for equality and freedom under the oppressive South African regime.
Gutfeld’s Mistakes About Gates and Bieber
While the Mandela comparison received most of the backlash, Gutfeld’s comments about Bill Gates also caught the attention of Fox hosts.
Gutfeld referred to Gates’ past arrests for minor driving offenses in the 1970s, but his description left out important context.
Gates has publicly discussed being pulled over for driving without a license, which led to brief detainment.
As for Justin Bieber, Gutfeld’s comments about him went unchallenged by the Fox hosts, despite being equally flawed.
Bieber has faced several legal issues, including a misdemeanor conviction for vandalism and probation violations, but none of these incidents qualify as felony convictions.
The Fallout Continues
Gutfeld’s controversial remarks have sparked widespread criticism, with many pointing out how the comparison of Trump to Mandela was not only misleading but disrespectful to the legacy of the late South African leader.
Despite the backlash, Gutfeld’s comments have only further ignited debates surrounding Trump’s legal battles and the broader media landscape.
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