Trump on Twitter (Feb 16) - Stock market, NYT, fake news, Russsia

The following statements were posted to the verified Twitter accounts of U.S. President Donald Trump, @realDonaldTrump and @POTUS.

The opinions expressed are his own. Reuters has not edited the statements or confirmed their accuracy.

@realDonaldTrump :

-Stock market hits new high with longest winning streak in decades. Great level of confidence and optimism - even before tax plan rollout! [0634 EST]

-Leaking, and even illegal classified leaking, has been a big problem in Washington for years. Failing @nytimes (and others) must apologize! [0658 EST]

-The spotlight has finally been put on the low-life leakers! They will be caught! [0702 EST]

-FAKE NEWS media, which makes up stories and "sources," is far more effective than the discredited Democrats - but they are fading fast! [0910 EST]

-The Democrats had to come up with a story as to why they lost the election, and so badly (306), so they made up a story - RUSSIA. Fake news! [0939 EST]

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(Compiled by Bengaluru bureau)