Former professional wrestler and Fox News contributor Tyrus recently criticized Hillary Clinton for her reaction to Donald Trump’s arraignment, questioning her decorum and class. Tyrus made his comments during a segment on Fox News, where host Harris Faulkner played a video clip of Clinton laughing while receiving a T-shirt that read, “Totally Impartial Potential Juror” during a progressive podcast appearance. The Fox News chyron accompanying the clip read, “HRC Cackles With Glee Over Trump Indictment.”
Tyrus expressed his disappointment, wondering what had happened to decorum and why Clinton couldn’t exhibit leadership in that situation. He reminded viewers that Clinton lost the election due to allegations of wrongdoing, suggesting that she should have been more gracious in her response to Trump’s indictment. He further asserted that Clinton had missed an opportunity to bridge divisions by demonstrating class and leadership, instead focusing on herself.
Faulkner agreed, commenting that maturity does not necessarily come with age. Tyrus echoed her sentiment, expressing sadness over the missed opportunity for Clinton to exhibit leadership and class. He argued that regardless of personal opinions about Trump’s guilt or innocence, leaders should act differently in such situations. He also speculated that Clinton’s behavior could be a reason why she was not elected.
The context of this exchange is important to note, as it comes in the wake of the 2016 presidential campaign where Trump frequently referred to Clinton as “Crooked Hillary” and encouraged his supporters to chant “lock her up” at his rallies, referring to her alleged wrongdoing.
It’s worth acknowledging that this discussion occurred within the context of a Fox News segment, which may influence the framing and tone of the conversation. Different media outlets may present varying perspectives on the matter.
What happened to decorum?” Tyrus asked.
“Go on, exactly,” Faulkner encouraged him.
“What happened to being the so-called leader in the room?” Tyrus asked. “He got indicted, great. But let’s not forget, you lost your election because of your — quote — crookedness. So, let’s not forget that. So, yeah, she didn’t get charges put on her, which probably should have. But she lost the election because of her underhand dealings. So, let’s remember that. And for her to be so happy about it, that was an opportunity for her — they’re always talking about closing the division — that could have been an opportunity for her to be gracious, and be supposedly the leader, but again, she can’t stay away from herself.”
“Maturity doesn’t come with age,” Faulkner said.
“It doesn’t. It’s sad,” Tyrus agreed. “Currently, with the given climate where everybody is after each other’s throat, here was a chance for a leader to show a little bit of class. You don’t have to like President Trump. You can think he’s guilty of sin or innocent as sin. But when you’re put in that position, it was an opportunity for her to show what leaders are supposed to do. But this is probably why we didn’t elect her.”
