US President Donald Trump criticized the media during the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner, an event traditionally focused on celebrating press freedom and the relationship between journalists and the presidency.

The dinner was held after the previous event was cancelled following a shooting incident three months earlier. During the gathering, Trump shared the stage with journalists from major outlets, including the New York Times, CNN, and the Wall Street Journal, some of which have previously faced criticism and legal disputes from him.

Trump initially adopted a lighter tone, joking that “the second time is always better” and saying he respected “most of them” in the media.

However, his remarks later became more critical as he attacked what he described as “fake news” and accused some journalists and critics of suffering from what he called “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”

The WHCA dinner is traditionally known for humor and political satire, with presidents often using the event to joke about themselves and their critics.

Trump’s comments highlighted the ongoing tensions between his administration and parts of the American media landscape, while the event continued its role as a meeting point between political leaders and journalists.