MS Now questioned Eric Trump’s presence in China, so he’s threatening a lawsuit over their ‘blatant lies,’ except they brought receipts

Eric Trump has announced his intention to file a lawsuit against MS NOW, and its host, Jen Psaki, following a recent monologue that scrutinized his presence on a trip to China with his father, President Donald Trump. Per The Hill, Psaki used her show, The Briefing with Jen Psaki, to discuss whether his business interests create a conflict of interest when he accompanies Trump on diplomatic trips.

Psaki specifically referred to a Financial Times report about a fintech firm, ALT5 Sigma, which is reportedly exploring a deal with a Chinese computer chip manufacturer. Worryingly, this company has been flagged by Congress for its connections to the Chinese Communist Party. Psaki pointed out that Eric doesn’t hold a role in the federal government and is supposed to be ‘firewalled’ when it comes to the family business. So, his presence in China raises questions.

Eric then took to X to voice his frustration, posting, “I intend to sue @jrpsaki and @MSNOWNews over the below clip,” he wrote. “To be clear: Contrary to her monolog and blatant lies, I have NEVER been on the board of ALT5 — not now, not ever.” He further emphasized his position by stating, “I have zero business interests in China. No properties, no investments, nothing!”

Here is the problem, though. Psaki commented on a report, and additionally, has receipts

Eric, who is the executive Vice President for The Trump Organization, also noted that he wasn’t on the trip in any professional capacity. “I joined this trip for one reason: as a loving son who adores my father and wouldn’t miss being by his side for this incredible moment.” 

During the trip, he and his wife, Lara Trump, were seen visiting the Great Wall of China. Eric also mentioned that anyone with access to public company reports would see that he is not a board member, suggesting the network failed to do basic research.

The situation then took a hilarious turn on Friday night when Psaki returned to address the threat of litigation. According to The Daily Beast, Psaki told viewers, “Today, the adult son of the President of the United States, Eric Trump, came after us on social media and accused us of lying.” 

She then pulled up his X post to showcase exactly what he was upset about. “Specifically, Eric took issue with us describing him as a member of the board of… a company called ALT5.”

With a wry statement, saying that his argument is “a little confusing.” Then she brought receipts, specifically a collection of clips showing how Eric was introduced by multiple speakers when the company rang the opening bell at the Nasdaq. Unfortunately for him, there is no way to deny his connection when you see it.

She then walked the audience through the history of his involvement, noting that while he now disputes the title, the company website and SEC filings had previously listed him as a director. She clarified that in later filings, he was designated as an observer, which is a role that allows someone to attend meetings even if they cannot cast a formal vote.

Psaki argued that the core issue is the relationship between ALT5 and World Liberty Financial, which is the Trump family crypto company that Eric co-founded. She highlighted that Eric’s appearance at the Nasdaq last year occurred while ALT5 was celebrating its acquisition of a stake in the token supply for World Liberty Financial.

Sure, Eric Trump maintains that his presence in China was strictly personal. Critics, however, continue to point toward the broader history of the Trump family business dealings during the President’s two terms in office. 

In fact, his presidency has been very profitable for the family. While there has been no direct tie to China yet, they have made plenty of business deals with other countries. Hell, even the Trump cryptocurrency company has ties to the Middle East.

Psaki concluded her segment by revisiting Eric’s defense. “Eric, of course, says that he has no business interests in China at all, and that he joined his dad’s official trip there for one reason and one reason alone: as a loving son who adores his dad. I’ll let you be the judge.”