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Personalities from both sides of the political spectrum and the entertainment industry are coming together to censure Donald Trump for his statements following the shocking deaths of renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele.

A Controversial Online Post

Following the discovery of the couple dead at their Los Angeles home, Trump took to social media to label the late director as "tortured and struggling". In a message, he asserted Reiner's death was "because of the anger he caused others through his enormous, unyielding, and untreatable condition with a mind-crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME".

His comments quickly shifted to self-praise, contrasting Reiner's supposed "raging obsession" and "clear paranoia" with what Trump called the "unprecedented era of America".

Police Update and Arrest

Authorities have since announced the detention of the couple's adult son, Nick, on suspicion of murder in connection with the case. Reports indicate his bail was established at a substantial amount.

A Torrent of Condemnation from Celebrities and Politicians

The reaction to Trump's post was swift and scathing.

“What a appalling and vile comment,” said public figure Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Media personality Whoopi Goldberg, who described Reiner a close acquaintance, similarly criticized the statements. Goldberg referenced prior comments from Trump regarding political violence, demanding, "Do you have no decency? Is it possible to get any worse?"

California's Democratic governor, Gavin Newsom, simply wrote, "He is a disturbed man."

Echoing this sentiment, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost said, "He is a contemptible piece of garbage."

Senator Chris Murphy added, "He's just lost it. Now implying Rob and Michele Reiner caused their own demise because they didn’t support him. Deeply disturbing."

Rebuke from His Own Political Ranks

Some Republican elected officials also voiced dismay.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasized that the event was "a family tragedy, not about politics or rivals". She also alluded to struggles with substance abuse and mental health some families face.

Fellow Republican congressman, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's remarks "inappropriate and disgraceful" considering the circumstances. He publicly dared members in his party to justify the comments.

Reiner's Legacy and Stance on Trump

Rob Reiner was consistently a outspoken detractor of Donald Trump. In a past interview, he stated Trump was "mentally unfit" for the office. He had also warned about the dangers of authoritarian rule if Trump return to power.

"We see autocracy on the rise around the world," Reiner noted. "If we fall, there’s a risk that democratic systems collapse around the world."

Regardless of his strong opposition, Reiner had in the past shown "absolute horror" and denounced political violence without reservation after the shooting of a different individual.

A Notable Connection: The Art of the Deal

Providing a layer of historical connection, Michele Reiner, previously Michele Singer, was the photographer who captured the photograph for Donald Trump's iconic book, The Art of the Deal.

Rob Reiner had once recounted the anecdote of the photo shoot, noting Trump's request for "special hairspray" while posing on a high-rise with a view of Central Park.