Trump Clashes with CNN Reporter Over U.S. Role in Israel-Iran Conflict Amidst Internal Supporter Tensions
Washington — President Donald Trump’s overt confrontation with CNN reporter Alayna Treene during a flagpole installation ceremony at the White House on Wednesday highlighted ongoing tensions with the media and divisions within his political base over U.S. foreign policy. The exchange became a flashpoint, reflecting broader national debates about America’s role in escalating conflicts abroad. The ceremony, intended as a symbolic patriotic gesture, underscored Trump’s frequent strategy of targeting news organizations during public appearances. Treene, …