Donald Trump Fires Back at ABC Reporter in Tense Exchange – Here’s What Happened
President Donald Trump once again found himself in a heated moment with the press, this time directing a sharp, six-word insult at ABC News Senior Political Correspondent Rachel Scott after she questioned him about releasing footage related to a recent U.S. military operation.
A Pattern of Tense Moments With Reporters
In recent weeks, President Trump has repeatedly clashed with female journalists.
He previously directed remarks at reporters from Bloomberg and CNN, calling their questions “nasty,” “stupid,” and “terrible.”
Now, Rachel Scott has become the latest journalist to face the president’s frustration.
The Question That Sparked the Clash
Scott asked Trump whether he would release full footage of the September 2 military strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel off the Venezuelan coast — footage he had earlier indicated he was open to releasing.
Two individuals reportedly survived the initial strike.
According to multiple reports, a second strike ordered shortly afterward resulted in their deaths.
Reporters Push Forward
Despite the tense moment, Rachel Scott continued to question the president calmly, standing by her earlier reporting.
At a previous event, Trump had said he had “no problem” with releasing the footage, adding that it was “under review.”
Scott pressed:
“Will you release the full video of the operation?”
Trump’s Heated Response
The President immediately pushed back, saying:
“I didn’t say that. You said that — I didn’t say that.”
He then escalated, calling her:
“The most obnoxious reporter in the whole place … a terrible reporter.”
When Scott continued pressing for clarity — asking whether he would commit to releasing the footage — Trump repeated the insult and insisted the strike was justified, claiming it prevented thousands of American drug-related deaths.
Trump to ABC’s Rachel Scott: “You are the most obnoxious reporter in the whole place. Let me just tell you — you are an obnoxious– a terrible reporter. And it’s always the same thing with you. I told you.” pic.twitter.com/3GcH2FaKB3
— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) December 8, 2025
What Happens Next?
The White House has not yet confirmed whether the footage will be released.
Meanwhile, journalists, media outlets, and social media users continue to debate whether the president’s tone toward reporters — particularly women — has become increasingly combative.
