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Individuals from across the political spectrum and the Hollywood world are coming together to denounce Donald Trump for his remarks in the wake of the tragic passing of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele.

A Controversial Social Media Statement

Following the discovery of the couple dead at their Los Angeles residence, Trump posted on his platform to label the deceased director as "anguished and struggling". In a message, he claimed Reiner's demise was "due to the anger he provoked others through his enormous, unyielding, and incurable condition with a debilitating disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME".

The post quickly shifted to praising his own achievements, contrasting Reiner's alleged "intense obsession" and "clear paranoia" with what Trump described as the "Golden Age of America".

Police Update and Detention

Police have since announced the arrest of the Reiners' 32-year-old son, Nick, on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident. It is reported his bail was established at a substantial amount.

A Torrent of Condemnation from Public Figures

The reaction to Trump's post was immediate and scathing.

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

Media personality Whoopi Goldberg, who described Reiner a friend, similarly criticized the remarks. Goldberg pointed to previous comments from Trump regarding political violence, demanding, "Have you no decency? Is it possible to get any worse?"

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

Mirroring this sentiment, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost declared, "What a contemptible piece of trash."

Senator Chris Murphy added, "He's just crossed a line. Now implying Rob and Michele Reiner caused their own murder because they opposed him. Deeply disturbing."

Rebuke from Within Political Ranks

A number of Republican elected officials also expressed disapproval.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasized that the event was "a personal tragedy, not about politics or rivals". She also mentioned challenges with addiction and mental health within families.

Fellow Republican representative, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's remarks "inappropriate and disrespectful" considering the circumstances. He publicly dared members in his party to justify the comments.

Reiner's History and Stance on Trump

Rob Reiner was consistently a outspoken critic of Donald Trump. During a past interview, he stated Trump was "not psychologically suited" for the presidency. He had also cautioned about the dangers of autocracy should Trump return to power.

"There is authoritarianism making its move around the world," Reiner noted. "If we fall, there’s a danger that democracy collapse around the world."

Regardless of his strong criticisms, Reiner had in the past expressed "complete revulsion" and condemned political violence without reservation following the killing of another individual.

An Ironic Link: The Art of the Deal

Adding a element of historical connection, Michele Reiner, formerly Michele Singer, was the photographer who shot the photograph for Donald Trump's 1987 book, The Art of the Deal.

Rob Reiner had once shared the anecdote of the session, noting Trump's demand for "special hairspray" while posing on a high-rise with a view of Central Park.