04.02.2026 09:25
U.S. President Donald Trump reacted harshly during a press conference to CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins, who asked questions about the Jeffrey Epstein files, saying, "You are the worst reporter. CNN is not watched because of people like you. I've known you for 10 years, and I don't think I've ever seen you smile. Do you know why you don't smile? Because you don't tell the truth. You are a very dishonest organization, and you should be ashamed of it."
U.S. President Donald Trump harshly criticized CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins during a press conference held at the White House on Wednesday, escalating tensions with the media. These remarks came particularly in response to Collins' question regarding the Jeffrey Epstein files.
"I'VE KNOWN YOU FOR 10 YEARS, I'VE NEVER SEEN YOU SMILE"
After Collins asked a question, Trump stated, "You are the worst reporter. CNN is not watched because of people like you," and made personal attacks. The President implied that Collins never smiles, saying, "I've known you for 10 years and I've never seen you smile... Because you don't tell the truth." Trump also described CNN as "a very dishonest institution," arguing that the organization should be ashamed of itself.
PANIC AFTER THE EPSTEIN FILES
Behind these remarks lies the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein by the Department of Justice, in which Trump's name was mentioned hundreds of times. During the meeting, Collins specifically asked Trump about the discomfort felt by Epstein's victims regarding the heavy censorship of the files; Trump dismissed the question and adopted an aggressive stance.
"WE SHOULD PUT THIS BEHIND US"
Collins noted that it was not appropriate to laugh due to the seriousness of the content when asking the question; however, Trump ignored this response and continued his reaction. The President stated that in response to criticism, he wanted the country to "put this issue behind them."
This encounter once again highlighted the ongoing tension between Trump and major media organizations. During and after Trump's presidency, there have frequently been harsh dialogues over the news agenda between CNN and the White House.