Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has categorically denied recent allegations that her administration orchestrated a social media campaign to attack the Opposition, specifically the People’s National Movement (PNM). This statement comes in response to screenshots circulated on social media, purportedly showing instructions to government communications personnel to engage in such activities.
The leaked documents, which quickly went viral, suggested that government employees were being directed to target the PNM online. However, the Prime Minister was quick to label these screenshots as “fake and unfounded,” asserting that no such directive had been issued. “This is nothing but an attempt to distract from the real issues at hand,” she commented.
The incident has exacerbated existing political tensions within Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting the deep-seated rivalry between the ruling party and its opposition. Public reaction to the screenshots has been swift and mixed, with concerns raised about governmental integrity and the transparency of its actions towards political opponents.
Nicholas Morris, a Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister, also dismissed the screenshots as fraudulent. He emphasized that the administration remains focused on its governance responsibilities rather than engaging in political smear tactics.
Despite the denials, the claims continue to resonate across social platforms, reflecting wider anxieties about the state of governance and accountability in Trinidad and Tobago. As the nation navigates these contentious developments, calls for clarity and integrity in political discourse continue to grow.
