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Figures from across the partisan spectrum and the entertainment world are uniting to denounce Donald Trump for his remarks following the tragic passing of acclaimed filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele.

A Controversial Social Media Post

Following the discovery of the couple deceased at their Los Angeles residence, Trump posted on his platform to describe the deceased director as "tortured and struggling". In a message, he asserted Reiner's demise was "due to the anger he provoked others through his enormous, relentless, and untreatable affliction with a debilitating disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME".

The post quickly shifted to self-praise, juxtaposing Reiner's supposed "raging obsession" and "clear paranoia" with what Trump described as the "Golden Age of America".

Police Update and Arrest

Authorities have since announced the detention of the couple's adult son, Nick, on suspicion of murder in relation to the incident. It is reported his bail was set at a significant amount.

A Wave of Criticism from Public Figures

The response to Trump's post was immediate and harsh.

“What a disgusting and vile statement,” said actor Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Television host Whoopi Goldberg, who described Reiner a close acquaintance, similarly criticized the statements. She referenced prior comments from Trump regarding the killing of an activist, asking, "Have you no decency? Is it possible to get any lower?"

California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, simply stated, "This is a disturbed man."

Mirroring this view, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost said, "He is a contemptible piece of trash."

Senator Chris Murphy added, "He's just lost it. Now implying Rob and Michele Reiner caused their own murder because they opposed him. So sick."

Criticism from His Own Party

A number of GOP lawmakers also voiced disapproval.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasized that the situation was "a family tragedy, not about politics or rivals". Greene also mentioned struggles with addiction and psychological well-being some families face.

Fellow Republican congressman, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's remarks "unacceptable and disgraceful" given the circumstances. He publicly challenged members in his party to justify the comments.

The Director's History and Views on Trump

Rob Reiner was consistently a outspoken critic of Donald Trump. In a previous interview, he stated Trump was "mentally unfit" for the presidency. He had also cautioned about the dangers of autocracy should Trump be reelected to power.

"There is authoritarianism making its move around the world," Reiner noted. "Should the United States fall, there’s a danger that democratic systems crumble around the world."

Despite his strong opposition, Reiner had in the past expressed "complete revulsion" and denounced violence for political ends unequivocally after the shooting of another individual.

An Ironic Link: The Art of the Deal

Adding a element of historical irony, Michele Reiner, previously Michele Singer, was the artist who captured the photograph for Donald Trump's iconic book, The Art of the Deal.

Rob Reiner had once recounted the story of the photo shoot, mentioning Trump's demand for "special hairspray" while being photographed on a high-rise with a view of Central Park.