Trump's Fiery Response to Reporter Leaves Everyone Talking

President Donald Trump criticized ABC News correspondent Rachel Scott during a press event on May 7, when she questioned his focus on specific projects amid rising tensions in Iran and high gas prices.

Exchange with Reporter

Rachel Scott asked Trump about focusing on certain renovations while dealing with external crises. He responded by calling her question "stupid" and criticized her as a reporter. Trump highlighted ongoing renovations to landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial.

Social Media Reaction

Following the exchange, Scott posted a clip of the incident online, summarizing that Trump had dismissed her question as a "disgrace to the country" while emphasizing his projects.

Previous Encounters

This was not the first contentious interaction between Trump and Scott. In a previous instance, she questioned him about military actions in Venezuela, prompting another frustrated response from Trump.

Rachel Scott began her career at ABC News in 2016 and has held roles such as campaign correspondent and White House correspondent.