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White House Criticizes CNN

Updated 2026-08-17 20:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Donald Trump criticized CNN’s Kristen Holmes for her questions during a White House meeting, saying the personal attacks were beneath the office. The incident sparked debate over press freedom and journalistic integrity.

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CNN Says White House’s Personal Attacks On Kristen Holmes Are “Beneath The Office” After Trump Fumed Over Her Questions

Donald Trump fumed at CNN’s Kristen Holmes as she tried to ask him about his communications with North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un. In the Oval Office on Monday, Trump had been defending his relationship with Kim, saying that “I understand him. He understands.” The president posted o

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