Eric Trump Fires Back: “$90 Million Paid to My Father”—Media in Disarray After Trump’s Legal Triumphs

The Trump family is no stranger to controversy, but the latest chapter in their ongoing battle with the mainstream media is sending shockwaves across the political and journalistic landscapes. Eric Trump, son of former President Donald J. Trump, has unleashed a scathing rebuke against the media establishment, revealing that a staggering $90 million has been paid to his father as a result of legal victories over some of the largest media corporations in America.

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A Book, a Battle, and a Bombshell Revelation

Eric Trump’s revelations come amid the release of his new book, a candid account of the family’s experiences navigating relentless media scrutiny and political warfare. During a recent podcast interview, Eric outlined the lengths to which publishers and lawyers go to protect themselves from the fallout of controversial claims, especially when those claims challenge the prevailing narratives of powerful institutions.

“When you’re writing a book, the lawyers are always involved,” Eric explained. “They’ll tell you what you can and can’t say, and if you want to keep something in, you have to hold them harmless if there’s a lawsuit. That’s just how it goes.”

Yet, it’s not just about publishing. It’s about the broader war for truth—a war Eric claims the media is losing, despite their overwhelming influence.

Media Playbook: Say Anything, Back Up Nothing

Eric Trump did not mince words when describing what he sees as the Democratic Party’s “playbook” for manipulating public opinion. “Say whatever the hell you want. Don’t back it up by any facts and let the mainstream media run with it until people start believing it,” he said, referencing high-profile figures and media tours that, in his view, perpetuate misinformation.

He pointed to Kamala Harris’s claims about “the closest race of all time,” challenging the media to provide actual data backing up such statements. “Show us proof,” Eric demanded. “She’s not going to. She just says it, and the media repeats it.”

Freedom of Speech Restored—Thanks to Elon Musk and X

For years, Eric claims, the Trump family was silenced by court-imposed gag orders and coordinated de-platforming by major social media companies. “We had gag orders imposed by courts. We were taken off Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. The mainstream media coverage was 98% negative,” Eric recounted.

But the tide began to turn with the advent of Truth Social and Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter (now X). “My father actually got his freedom of speech back because of Elon Musk and X. Now he can reach hundreds of millions of people directly, bypassing NBC, ABC, and all those who wouldn’t cover his side of the story.”

Legal Victories: $90 Million and Counting

Perhaps the most explosive revelation from Eric’s interview was the sheer scale of legal settlements paid to his father by some of the biggest names in media and tech. “YouTube had to pay my father $25 million, Facebook $25 million, Twitter $10 million, ABC and 60 Minutes $15 million each. That’s almost $90 million,” Eric declared.

These payouts, Eric argues, are a tacit admission of wrongdoing by the media companies involved. “It’s a way of saying you were wrong, we were right. Trump was right about everything.”

The ‘Fake News’ Moment That Changed Everything

Eric reminisced about the pivotal moment when his father famously refused to take a question from CNN’s Jim Acosta, declaring, “You’re fake news.” That single phrase, Eric believes, broke the media’s spell over millions of Americans.

“It malfunctioned people’s brains. They realized the media was lying. That moment started the whole thing, and now look where we’re at,” Eric said.

He cited examples of networks like 60 Minutes allegedly editing interviews to make politicians sound more coherent and refusing to acknowledge the FBI’s surveillance of the Trump campaign, only for the facts to emerge later. “They are the PR arm for the Democratic Party. That’s what the mainstream media always was,” Eric insisted.

Managing the Media from the Inside

As an adviser to his father, Eric offered a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the White House press room. “It’s actually a smaller room than you think. NBC and ABC were always up front. Try to get independent journalists in there, and they’d lose their minds.”

But the Trump administration, Eric said, broke up this “little union,” bringing in new voices with massive followings—often far larger than the traditional networks. “Benny Johnson, Joe Rogan, and others have more views than CNN on any given night, times ten. The old guard became irrelevant.”

Legacy Moments and Media Bias

Eric pointed to specific moments, like Leslie Stahl’s 60 Minutes interview with Donald Trump, as emblematic of the media’s bias. “The condescension—‘Donald, this is 60 Minutes’—was infuriating. They never apologized for their mistakes, but they wrote a check.”

He contrasted this with the softball questions lobbed at Joe Biden, like “What’s your favorite ice cream flavor?”—a moment Eric found particularly absurd. “He said chicken. That’s the kind of legacy you get.”

Economic Insights and Media Ignorance

Eric also criticized media ignorance on economic issues, recalling Kamala Harris’s promise to “put a stop to price gauging.” “I run one of the biggest real estate companies in the world. I’ve heard of price gouging, but never price gauging,” he quipped, highlighting what he sees as the disconnect between political rhetoric and real-world expertise.

He touted America’s $32.5 trillion economy under Trump, contrasting it with China’s $22 trillion. “You could have had someone running the economy who couldn’t say the word ‘gouging.’ It’s unthinkable.”

A Call to Action: Support the Book, Support the Movement

At the close of the interview, Eric urged viewers to support his new book, which chronicles the family’s battles with the media and the legal system. “Buy a copy. Maybe buy two, five, or ten and gift them to friends. Let’s send a statement and make this book number one on Amazon.”

The book, set for release on October 14th, promises to offer an unfiltered look at the Trump family’s fight for truth, freedom of speech, and justice in an era of media manipulation.

The Future: Independent Voices Rise

Eric Trump’s message is clear: the era of media monopolies is ending. Independent voices like Joe Rogan, Benny Johnson, and the Trump family themselves are gaining ground, thanks to platforms that allow direct communication with the public.

“We finally had a little bit of freedom back because of Truth Social and X. The mainstream media became irrelevant.”

Conclusion: A New Chapter in the Media Wars

With $90 million in legal victories and a growing army of independent media allies, the Trump family is rewriting the rules of engagement. Eric Trump’s revelations have exposed the vulnerabilities of the mainstream media, and his call to action suggests that the fight is far from over.

As the book hits shelves and the legal battles continue, one thing is certain: the media landscape will never be the same. The Trump family, emboldened by their triumphs, is ready to take on the next challenge—and the world is watching.