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Figures from across the political spectrum and the Hollywood world are coming together to censure Donald Trump for his comments in the wake of the tragic deaths of esteemed filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele.

A Controversial Social Media Post

After the couple were found dead at their Brentwood home, Trump posted on his platform to describe the deceased director as "anguished and struggling". The post, he asserted Reiner's demise was "because of the hostility he provoked others through his enormous, relentless, and incurable affliction with a debilitating disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME".

His comments then pivoted to praising his own achievements, juxtaposing Reiner's supposed "intense obsession" and "obvious paranoia" with what Trump called the "unprecedented era of America".

Police Update and Arrest

Authorities have since announced the arrest of the couple's 32-year-old son, Nick, on suspicion of homicide in relation to the incident. Reports indicate his bond was set at a significant sum.

A Wave of Condemnation from Celebrities and Politicians

The reaction to Trump's words was swift and scathing.

This is a vile and despicable comment,” said public figure Patrick Schwarzenegger.

Media personality Whoopi Goldberg, who described Reiner a close acquaintance, also condemned the remarks. She pointed to previous comments from Trump about the killing of an activist, demanding, "Have you no decency? Can you get any worse?"

California's Democratic governor, Gavin Newsom, simply wrote, "This is a sick man."

Echoing this view, US House member Maxwell Alejandro Frost said, "He is a contemptible piece of trash."

Senator Chris Murphy commented, "He's just crossed a line. Now saying Rob and Michele Reiner brought on their own demise because they didn’t support him. Deeply disturbing."

Criticism from Within Party

Some GOP lawmakers also expressed dismay.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasized that the event was "a family tragedy, not about politics or political enemies". She also mentioned struggles with substance abuse and psychological well-being some families face.

Another Republican congressman, Thomas Massie, labeled Trump's discourse "inappropriate and disgraceful" considering the nature of the deaths. He openly challenged members in his party to defend the comments.

Reiner's History and Views on Trump

Rob Reiner was consistently a outspoken detractor of Donald Trump. In a past conversation, he argued Trump was "mentally unfit" for the office. He had also warned about the dangers of autocracy if Trump be reelected to power.

"There is authoritarianism making its move around the world," Reiner noted. "Should the United States crumble, there’s a danger that democratic systems collapse around the world."

Regardless of his pointed opposition, Reiner had in the past shown "complete revulsion" and denounced violence for political ends without reservation following the killing of another individual.

An Ironic Link: The Art of the Deal

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

Rob Reiner had previously recounted the story of the session, noting Trump's demand for "special hairspray" while being photographed on a high-rise with a view of Central Park.