The White House criticises a CNN reporter after she questioned President Donald Trump about a top aide during a tense exchange.
WEB DESK: The White House has criticised a CNN reporter following a tense exchange involving President Donald Trump and questions about one of his senior aides.
The confrontation took place during an Oval Office interaction with reporters, where the CNN journalist repeatedly sought a follow-up answer from Trump.
The exchange became increasingly heated as Trump challenged the reporter over her questioning.
Trump clashes with CNN reporter
Trump accused the journalist of being disrespectful and criticised the manner in which she asked her questions.
The president also described her as “loud” and “boisterous” and accused her of being a “fake reporter” who reports “fake news.”
The CNN reporter continued attempting to ask about South Korea, prompting further criticism from the president.
The exchange reflects the continuing tensions between Trump and parts of the US news media, particularly CNN, which has frequently faced criticism from the president.
White House defends Trump
The White House subsequently criticised the reporter over the exchange, adding to a broader dispute between the administration and news organisations over presidential press coverage.
Trump has repeatedly attacked what he considers unfair or inaccurate reporting, while media organisations have defended journalists’ right to question the president and members of his administration.
The latest confrontation comes amid heightened attention to Trump’s foreign policy decisions and his administration’s relations with US allies.
The exchange has once again drawn attention to the increasingly combative relationship between the Trump administration and sections of the American press.
