Wenger, as a foreign coach with a serious demeanor who emphasized the development of young players, was a soft target for ignorant, loutish fans.

Anybody paying attention already knew Mr. Trump is crude and loutish and given to crassly judging women by their looks.

But he obviously felt confident enough that his power to advance or derail Carlson’s career would shield him from any repercussions for his loutish behavior.