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This video captures a rare and direct exchange between a young independent journalist and the President of the United States. Nick Shirley, a 23-year-old YouTube journalist, speaks at the White House about what he has personally witnessed while covering protests and unrest across the country. Recorded during a meeting with President Donald Trump and members of his administration, the video shows Shirley presenting his observations without prepared remarks, relying instead on firsthand reporting from the field.
Shirley introduces himself plainly, emphasizing that he works independently and without institutional backing. He explains that his journalism has taken him to 15 countries over the past year and into some of the world’s most dangerous environments. Despite that experience, Shirley tells the President that the most threatening situations he has encountered have occurred inside the United States while covering protests.
Much of his statement focuses on demonstrations involving Antifa. Shirley argues that, based on what he has personally observed, the protests are not spontaneous or local. He describes seeing the same individuals, buses, and signs appear repeatedly in different cities, including outside the country. In his view, this indicates organization and coordination rather than organic protest activity.
The video also documents Shirley recounting specific incidents, including confrontations in Portland, Oregon. He describes situations in which civilians were endangered and moments when he himself was threatened while recording. Shirley attributes these conditions to what he believes is a lack of law enforcement in certain cities, stating that without consequences, protesters have little reason to stop.
The exchange concludes with President Trump responding directly to Shirley, thanking him for his work and stating that his administration will look further into the issues raised. Shirley’s remarks in this video also come amid increased public attention to his investigative reporting on alleged misuse of taxpayer funds in Minnesota.
This video offers viewers direct insight into Shirley’s reporting approach, the risks he says he has faced, and how independent digital journalism is now reaching the highest levels of national leadership.
