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Lying Comment Earns Kellyanne Conway Unintended Laughter In a recent video shared on YouTube, Kellyanne Conway found herself the center of unintended laughter during a speech at a D.C. museum that assessed journalism in the Trump era. Following a series of perplexing television appearances that often contradicted the White House's messaging, Conway, who has been perceived as being in the "Trump dog house," attempted to assert her viewpoint on truth in media. During her speech, she remarked, "you can turn on the TV and people literally say things that just aren't true." This statement elicited an immediate burst of laughter from the audience, highlighting the irony of her words considering the context of her remarks and the public’s perception of her role in the administration. Conway had to pause, nod, and smile, almost as if acknowledging the humor of the situation herself. The video also features a segment where a moderator referenced the Washington Post's tagline, "democracy dies in darkness," to which Conway responded, "I'm not the darkness," prompting additional laughter from the audience. This moment was particularly noteworthy, as she had previously been associated with the phrase "alternative facts," further emphasizing the stark contrasts between her statements and public reactions during her career. This incident encapsulates not only the tumultuous nature of political discourse under Trump but also reflects ongoing challenges in communication and media representation. Conway’s comments have sparked conversations around truthfulness in public dialogue and the nature of media practices today.