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Personalities from both sides of the political aisle and the Hollywood industry are coming together to condemn Donald Trump for his comments following the shocking passing of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele.

An Inflammatory Online Statement

After the couple were found deceased at their Los Angeles home, Trump took to social media to label the deceased director as "tortured and struggling". The message, he claimed Reiner's death was "because of the hostility he provoked others through his massive, unyielding, and untreatable condition with a mind-crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME".

His comments then pivoted to praising his own achievements, contrasting Reiner's supposed "raging obsession" and "obvious paranoia" with what Trump called the "Golden Age of America".

Law Enforcement Update and Arrest

Authorities have since confirmed the detention of the Reiners' adult son, Nick, on charges related to homicide in relation to the case. Reports indicate his bond was set at a significant sum.

A Wave of Criticism from Celebrities and Politicians

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

This is a appalling and vile statement,” said public figure Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Television host Whoopi Goldberg, who called Reiner a friend, similarly criticized the statements. She pointed to previous rhetoric from Trump regarding political violence, demanding, "Do you have no shame? Is it possible to get any lower?"

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

Mirroring this view, US House member Maxwell Alejandro Frost declared, "He is a despicable piece of garbage."

Senator Chris Murphy commented, "Trump has just lost it. Now implying the Reiners brought on their own demise because they didn’t support him. Deeply disturbing."

Criticism from Within Political Ranks

A number of Republican lawmakers also voiced dismay.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasized that the situation was "a personal tragedy, not about politics or rivals". Greene also alluded to struggles with substance abuse and psychological well-being within families.

Another GOP congressman, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's remarks "inappropriate and disgraceful" considering the circumstances. He openly dared members in his political party to defend the comments.

The Director's History and Stance on Trump

Rob Reiner was consistently a vocal detractor of Donald Trump. During a past conversation, he stated Trump was "mentally unfit" for the office. He had also cautioned about the dangers of autocracy if Trump return to power.

"We see authoritarianism on the rise around the world," Reiner said. "Should the United States fall, there’s a risk that democracy collapse around the world."

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

A Notable Connection: The Art of the Deal

Providing a element of historical connection, Michele Reiner, previously Michele Singer, was the photographer who captured the cover image for Donald Trump's 1987 book, The Art of the Deal.

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