The incident unfolded as Trump fielded questions about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. While addressing whether he believed Russian President Vladimir Putin was genuinely interested in peace, Collins abruptly interjected, asking, “Do you trust President Putin?” Her question shifted the tone of the briefing, setting the stage for a heated back-and-forth.

At first, Trump responded with measured remarks, stating, “I think he wants to see something happen. I believe that could have happened a long time ago.” However, the exchange quickly escalated when he turned his attention to Collins directly, taking aim at her and CNN’s coverage.

Trump Calls Out CNN and Collins

With a sharp rebuke, Trump accused Collins of bias, insinuating she was aligned with his political opponents. “I know Biden is a friend of yours,” he remarked, implying that her reporting was influenced by partisan interests. His criticism didn’t stop there, as he took