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Personalities from across the political spectrum and the Hollywood industry are coming together to denounce former President 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 home, Trump took to social media to label the deceased director as "tortured and struggling". In a post, he asserted Reiner's demise was "due to the anger he provoked others through his enormous, relentless, and incurable affliction with a mind-crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME".

The post quickly shifted to praising his own achievements, contrasting Reiner's supposed "raging obsession" and "clear paranoia" with what Trump described as the "unprecedented era of America".

Police Update and Detention

Police have since confirmed the arrest of the Reiners' 32-year-old son, Nick, on suspicion of murder in relation to the case. Reports indicate his bond was established at a significant amount.

A Wave of Condemnation from Public Figures

The response to Trump's words was swift and harsh.

This is a appalling and despicable comment,” remarked actor Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Media personality Whoopi Goldberg, who called Reiner a close acquaintance, similarly condemned the remarks. She referenced previous comments from Trump about political violence, demanding, "Do you have no shame? Can you get any worse?"

The state of California's Democratic governor, Gavin Newsom, simply stated, "He is a disturbed man."

Echoing this view, US House member Maxwell Alejandro Frost said, "What a despicable piece of garbage."

Senator Chris Murphy commented, "Trump has just lost it. Now implying the Reiners caused their own demise because they opposed him. Deeply disturbing."

Criticism from Within Political Ranks

Some GOP lawmakers also expressed disapproval.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasized that the event was "a family tragedy, not about political feuds or political enemies". She also alluded to struggles with addiction and mental health within families.

Another Republican representative, Thomas Massie, called Trump's discourse "unacceptable and disgraceful" considering the circumstances. He publicly dared members in his party to defend the statements.

The Director's Legacy and Stance on Trump

Rob Reiner was long a outspoken detractor of Donald Trump. In a past interview, he stated Trump was "mentally unfit" for the office. He had also cautioned about the dangers of authoritarian rule should Trump be reelected to power.

"There is authoritarianism on the rise around the world," Reiner said. "If we fall, there’s a danger that democratic systems collapse around the world."

Despite his pointed opposition, Reiner had in the past shown "absolute horror" and condemned political violence unequivocally after the killing of another individual.

A Notable Connection: The Art of the Deal

Adding a layer of past irony, Michele Reiner, previously Michele Singer, was the artist who captured the cover image for Donald Trump's iconic book, The Art of the Deal.

Rob Reiner had previously recounted the anecdote of the session, mentioning Trump's request for "special hairspray" while posing on a high-rise with a view of Central Park.