Supermodel vs. President: Christie Brinkley blasts Trump over national health

14:32   23 February, 2026

Supermodel and actress Christie Brinkley took to Instagram Stories to sharply criticize former President Donald Trump and his policies.

In one post, Brinkley shared a graphic highlighting the rollback of mercury and other toxic emissions restrictions at coal-fired power plants. Over the image, she wrote: "Another day, another way to destroy our health! Mercury causes birth defects and developmental brain disorders!"

Brinkley stressed that mercury exposure is dangerous not just for infants but also for adults, potentially causing nervous system disorders and organ damage. She concluded: "THIS GREED AT THE COST OF OUR HEALTH MUST STOP."

In another post, she shared a video of Trump speaking at the White House with a caption quoting him: "I can do whatever I want with them. I’m allowed to destroy the country." Brinkley added her own comment: "And I have to say — he’s doing a great job destroying the country."

Her posts have sparked conversations online, with many praising her for speaking out on public health and environmental concerns.



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