All articles tagged with #denial
CNN reports that Trump told reporters he was considering a new Iranian peace proposal, then denied saying last night that the U.S. might be better off not making a deal with Iran. The piece notes that the remark about Iran was actually said on camera during a Friday speech, and puts his denial in the context of a broader pattern of Trump denying remarks he publicly made, citing past examples from 2025, 2024 and 2020.
First Lady Melania Trump publicly denies any association with Jeffrey Epstein, stating she never met or aided him and that the encounters were purely social in a large New York/Palm Beach circle, defends her reputation, notes apologies to outlets that spread false claims, and urges Congress to hold public, sworn hearings so Epstein survivors can testify and help establish the truth.
The CEO of iRobot criticized the previous management for being in denial about the company's issues, indicating internal problems that may have affected the company's performance.
Jeremy Renner has denied allegations of harassment made by filmmaker Yi Zhou, who accused him of sending inappropriate images and exhibiting violent behavior, claims which Renner's representatives dismiss as false. Zhou, who has been working with Renner on documentary projects, shared her accusations publicly, but Renner's team has not provided further comment.
Toyota refuted Donald Trump's claim of a new $10 billion investment in US auto plants, clarifying that the figure likely refers to past investments, and did not represent a new pledge. The company emphasized its ongoing commitment to investing in the US, but did not confirm any recent or specific $10 billion investment agreement.
Jason Kelce denied making a controversial quote about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance that circulated on social media, emphasizing that the quote is fake and urging fans to trust only his verified platforms.
Channing Tatum denies Jax Taylor's claim that they were roommates in a model house in 2002, stating he does not recall ever living with Jax, contradicting Taylor's repeated assertions.
Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant, who have been together for several years, were falsely rumored to have married in a private ceremony. Alexandra publicly denied the rumors on Instagram, sharing a photo of a kiss with Keanu and clarifying they are not married. Keanu also confirmed the falsehood through his representative, emphasizing the couple is not married.
Senator Markwayne Mullin claimed to have a recording of Susan Monarez's dismissal, but it was later confirmed that no such recording exists. Monarez testified about her firing from the CDC, citing pressure from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to approve vaccine recommendations without sufficient science, which she refused, citing her commitment to scientific integrity. The hearing highlighted political tensions surrounding vaccine policy and CDC leadership, with Republicans questioning Monarez's credibility and Democrats defending her.
President Trump denied knowledge of a 2018 Navy SEAL mission in North Korea, which reportedly involved planting an electronic device to intercept Kim Jong Un's communications and ended with the SEALs opening fire on a North Korean boat, killing everyone on board. The White House declined to comment on the report.
Jared Leto has denied allegations of sexual misconduct involving women, including minors, reported by nine women who shared their experiences, some of which date back to when they were underage. The actor's representatives have dismissed the claims as false.
Jared Leto has denied allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women, some claiming they were underage when they met him, including accusations of assault and inappropriate behavior, which he and his representatives have refuted.
Vanessa Bryant publicly denied pregnancy rumors by sharing Rihanna memes on social media, emphasizing her focus on personal peace and fun after years of mourning her husband Kobe Bryant and daughter Gigi.
The article discusses Israel's media coverage of the killing of nine children in Gaza, highlighting a national tendency towards denial and moral distancing from the violence, which raises concerns about the long-term impact of such denial.
Will Smith publicly denied attending Sean 'Diddy' Combs' controversial parties, which have been the subject of recent lawsuits alleging drugging and sexual assault. During a performance in San Diego, Smith addressed the rumors, emphasizing that he has no connection to Combs' events and dismissing the claims as false. Combs is currently facing legal issues, including charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.