Trump Clashes With CNN Journalist, Dodges Epstein Files Question

• Donald Trump verbally attacked CNN journalist Kaitlan Collins during a White House briefing, accusing her of not telling the truth and working for a dishonest organization.
• Trump stated he had never seen Collins smile in 10 years, implying her lack of smile was due to her dishonesty.
• The journalist questioned Trump on the newly released files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a question Trump dodged.
• This incident is part of a pattern of Trump berating journalists, including previous clashes over Epstein files, Jamal Khashoggi, and immigration coverage.
• Past incidents include calling a Bloomberg News reporter 'Quiet, piggy' and growing frustrated with an ABC News reporter over questions about Saudi ties and Khashoggi's murder.

Why It Matters: Trump verbally attacked a CNN journalist and dodged questions on Epstein files, continuing a pattern of berating media.