Trump says he'll 'probably pass' on calling those targeted by package bombs


President Trump's criticism of CNN might seem a little harsh considering the network was sent two explosive devices in the past week. But Trump doesn't think he's gone far enough.
In comments to reporters after the arrest of a man suspected of sending bombs to presidential critics, Trump asserted that he's "been toned down" when it comes to taking on the media lately. In fact, considering "the media's been extremely unfair to me and to the Republican Party," he said he "could really tone it up."
Trump also discussed the arrest of Cesar Sayoc, who drove a van covered in pro-Trump stickers. Trump acknowledged that Sayoc appears to be "a person who preferred me," but said he "did not see my face on the van." And as for those targeted by Sayoc, such as former President Barack Obama? Trump said he would call them "if they wanted me to, but I think we'll probably pass." Watch that moment below. Kathryn Krawczyk
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Kathryn is a graduate of Syracuse University, with degrees in magazine journalism and information technology, along with hours to earn another degree after working at SU's independent paper The Daily Orange. She's currently recovering from a horse addiction while living in New York City, and likes to share her extremely dry sense of humor on Twitter.
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