TRUMP CALLS LOS ANGELES RIOTERS GAY

In a segment of The Clay Edwards Show on June 11, 2025, I played a clip I introduced as a statement from President Donald Trump, speaking from the Oval Office. In the clip, Trump addressed ongoing riots, declaring with enthusiasm that anyone protesting or interfering with ICE operations is “officially gay big time.” He suggested rioters call their dads to confess their “alternative lifestyle as a gay communist” and mocked them, saying they might “eat a lollipop” or “decorate a bathroom” in their free time. The tone was sarcastic and provocative, using “gay” as a slur to demean the rioters. I framed the clip as a serious moment, noting its Oval Office origin, and enthusiastically supported it, saying it’s what I voted for. I also reiterated my intent to bring back terms like “gay” and “retard” on the show, clarifying they’re not aimed at LGBTQ or disabled individuals but at foolish behavior, though I acknowledged this might offend some listeners.