CNN roasted for interviewing Sinaloa Cartel gangster, asking how he felt about Trump labeling him a terrorist

CNN is facing backlash for a recent interview with a member of the Sinaloa Cartel, a notorious Mexican drug trafficking group. The interview took place after President Trump labeled the cartel as terrorists and vowed to crack down on their activities, particularly the flow of fentanyl into the United States.

During the interview, CNN reporter Isobel Yeung asked the masked cartel member for his thoughts on being labeled a terrorist by the Trump administration. The gangster, who remained anonymous with a face covering, sunglasses, and gloves, surprisingly responded by expressing respect for the president. He acknowledged the dire situation but emphasized the need for the cartel members to survive.

When asked what he would say to President Trump, the cartel member continued to show unexpected support by stating, “My respect. According to him, he’s looking out for his people.” He also pointed out that the root of the problem lies with the consumers in the United States, suggesting that if there were no demand for drugs, the cartel’s operations would cease.

Although CNN intended to provoke a negative response towards Trump from the cartel member, the interview backfired as the gangster’s response was not what they expected. Social media users criticized the network for attempting to paint the cartel in a sympathetic light and failing to elicit the desired anti-Trump sentiment from the interview.

Many online commentators ridiculed CNN for giving a platform to a member of a criminal organization responsible for countless deaths and suffering. Some accused the network of being insensitive to the victims of cartel violence and prioritizing the feelings of criminals over the safety of Americans.

Overall, the interview with the Sinaloa Cartel member shed light on the complexities of the drug trade and the challenges of combating organized crime. It also highlighted the divide between those directly involved in illegal activities and the broader implications for society. The unexpected response from the cartel member underscored the complexity of the situation and the need for a multifaceted approach to addressing drug trafficking and its consequences.