Trump Eviscerates CNN Darling in Typical Don Fashion
Must See Moment When Trump Eviscerates CNN Darling Kaitlan Collins in Typical Don Fashion: ‘We Haven’t Asked You to Speak Yet’
In a dramatic confrontation that exposed deepening tensions between the president and mainstream media, Donald Trump engaged in a heated exchange with CNN correspondent Kaitlan Collins during a ceremony to sign new worldwide reciprocal tariffs.
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The encounter, which unfolded in the historic Oval Office, quickly escalated from a discussion about international trade to pointed accusations about media credibility and foreign relations.
During the signing ceremony, Collins attempted to question Trump about the potential economic impact of his new tariff measures on American consumers, particularly focusing on inflation concerns.
The timing of her question, just as Trump was preparing to place his signature on the document, prompted a swift rebuke from the former president.
“Excuse me. We haven’t asked you to speak yet, please,” Trump stated firmly, temporarily halting the proceedings.
After regaining control of the press conference, Trump deliberately chose other reporters for the initial round of questions, demonstrating his authority over the event’s structure.
When Collins was finally permitted to speak, she pressed Trump about potential economic hardships facing Americans.
Trump immediately pushed back against her framing, declaring, “No, you said that. I didn’t say that. We’ll see what happens. Nobody really knows what is going to happen.”
The already tense atmosphere intensified when the discussion shifted to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Responding to another reporter’s inquiry about Putin’s peaceful intentions, Trump expressed unwavering confidence in the Russian leader.
“I believe he wants peace. I believe that President Putin – when I spoke to him yesterday, I mean, I know him very well – yeah, I think he was peace. I think he would tell me if he didn’t, I think he’d I’d like to see peace,” Trump stated.
Collins’ subsequent attempt to probe Trump’s trust in Putin triggered a broader criticism of both the reporter and her network.
Trump redirected the conversation to blame the Biden administration for current global conflicts while questioning CNN’s journalistic integrity.
“This should have never been allowed to happen,” Trump asserted, adding, “I know [Biden is] a friend of yours. He’s a friend of CNN. That’s why nobody watches CNN anymore. Because they have no credibility.”
The confrontation marks the latest chapter in an ongoing feud between Trump and Collins.
The CNN anchor recently faced public criticism for her commentary regarding Trump’s first three weeks back in office, particularly concerning his appointment of billionaire Elon Musk to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Collins’ warning about a potential constitutional crisis drew sharp rebukes on social media, with critics accusing her of exaggerating threats and demonstrating bias.
In a subsequent appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Collins, whose annual salary reportedly reaches $3 million, reflected on the demanding nature of covering Trump’s presidency.
She drew a stark contrast between the current news cycle and what she characterized as a more measured pace during the Biden administration.
“I think everyone is kind of like readjusting and re-remembering what it was like four years ago,” Collins explained, describing the return to “essentially nonstop every day” coverage.