Trump blames AT&T for delays in important conference call

On Monday, June 30, 2025, in the United States, President Donald Trump faced significant technical difficulties while attempting to conduct a conference call with various faith leaders. The incident was primarily attributed to problems related to AT&T's equipment, which disrupted the call and left many participants waiting. Trump expressed his frustrations publicly on his social media platform, Truth Social. He indicated that this was not the first occurrence of such a problem, emphasizing that it was the second time he experienced glitches while trying to connect with the faith leaders. Trump's frustrations were directed at AT&T’s inability to provide reliable service, as he pointed out that the call involved tens of thousands of leaders from diverse religious backgrounds, including Christian, Jewish, and Muslim faiths. Minutes after his initial post, he issued an apology to the participants for the delay, while also suggesting that AT&T should improve their service. In response to the situation, AT&T's representatives reached out to the White House to address the issue, showing willingness to understand and resolve the service failure. Although the delay was an inconvenience, it was reported that the call eventually began 20 minutes late. This incident highlights the challenges of communication platforms, particularly for high-stakes calls involving numerous participants, and raises questions about the reliability of service providers for important governmental communications. Trump's continued engagement with social media to air grievances further reflects his tendency to publicly address service-related issues, whether they involve foreign leaders, media organizations, or telecommunications companies.