Newspapers across U.S. denounce Trump's media attacks with coordinated editorials - and Trump fires back
Newspapers and media outlets across the U.S. launched a widespread effort Thursday aimed at combating the constant attacks from President Donald Trump as well as negative feelings about the media's role in society.
More than 300 newspapers around the nation joined together to each publish editorials that explained the role of journalists and amplified the positive role journalism plays in society.
Trump tweeted Thursday morning that "THE FAKE NEWS MEDIA IS THE OPPOSITION PARTY." (scum)