Trump Insists on Authenticity of Altered Photo in ABC Interview

During a high-profile ABC News interview marking his first 100 days in office, President Trump repeatedly insisted that Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man wrongfully deported to El Salvador, had 'MS-13' tattoos on his knuckles, citing a widely circulated photo. Reporter Terry Moran and multiple sources pointed out that the image was clearly digitally altered to add the 'MS-13' text, with original photos showing no such tattoos. Despite evidence and repeated corrections, Trump maintained the photo’s authenticity, urging Moran to agree and accusing the media of spreading 'fake news.' The White House had been using the doctored image to justify Garcia’s deportation, even after admitting in court that the removal was an 'administrative error.' The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Garcia must be returned to the U.S., but Trump deflected responsibility, saying he was following the law. The exchange highlighted broader tensions between the administration and the press over misinformation and accountability.