Trump Denies Recorded Pledge on Strike Video, Attacks Reporter

• Trump denied a previous on-camera statement about releasing additional video of a September 2 military strike on a suspected drug-smuggling boat.
• The Pentagon released footage of the initial strike but withheld video of a follow-up strike that killed survivors, which has only been shown to Congress.
• Trump initially told a reporter he had no problem releasing the full video, but five days later denied this and attacked another journalist for quoting him.
• He then shifted responsibility for the video's release to his defense secretary, despite his earlier willingness to release it.
• Lawmakers from both parties are calling for the full footage to be released, but the administration resists, citing operational, legal, and diplomatic factors.

Why It Matters: Trump's denial of recorded remarks raises concerns about transparency and accountability.