Trump's U.N. Speech Hit by Triple Trouble: White House Takes Blame for Technical Sabotage

TRUMP ACCUSES U.N. OF 'SABOTAGE,' BUT SECRETARIAT POINTS FINGER AT WHITE HOUSE President Donald Trump took to social media on Wednesday, alleging "triple sabotage" of his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, citing a series of technical issues that marred his address to world leaders. The drama unfolded on Tuesday as Trump delivered his remarks in New York City. The trouble began when he was forced to walk up an escalator due to mechanical failure, prompting him to tweet: "A REAL DISGRACE took place at the United Nations yesterday Not one, not two, but three very sinister events!" According to sources within the U.N., the escalator malfunctioned due to a faulty sensor. However, Trump's team was quick to shift blame, claiming that the U.N.'s technical staff had deliberately sabotaged his speech. "We are investigating these incidents and will take all necessary steps to ensure that our facilities operate smoothly," said Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for the Secretary-General of the United Nations. But the White House is pushing back, with a senior administration official telling reporters: "We have reason to believe that there was some level of deliberate interference in the President's speech. We will be seeking answers from the U.N." The controversy comes as Trump prepares to address the General Assembly for the final time as president. The session has been marked by tensions between the United States and several key allies, including China and Iran. In a statement, the White House accused the U.N. of "failing to meet its obligations" and called on the organization to take responsibility for the technical issues. The U.N. has faced criticism in recent years over its handling of high-profile events, including the 2019 climate summit, which was marred by protests and disruptions. As the drama continues to unfold, Trump's team is vowing to get to the bottom of the alleged sabotage. "We will not let this stand," said a senior White House official. "The President deserves better than to be sabotaged by those who are supposed to support him." Background: This is not the first time that Trump has clashed with the U.N. over technical issues. In 2019, he was forced to abandon his speech at the General Assembly due to a malfunctioning teleprompter. The United Nations was established in 1945 as a successor to the League of Nations, which failed to prevent World War II. The organization is headquartered in New York City and has 193 member states. Current Status: The investigation into the alleged sabotage is ongoing, with both sides trading blame. As tensions continue to rise, it remains to be seen how this drama will play out on the world stage. Next Developments: The U.N. General Assembly will continue its session through Friday, with several key speeches and events scheduled for the coming days. Trump's team is expected to continue pushing for answers from the U.N., while the organization maintains that it has done nothing wrong. *Reporting by Npr.*