Former U.S. President Donald Trump sparked fresh controversy after launching what reporters described as a demeaning tirade at a female journalist who questioned the unexpectedly high cost of his new ballroom project during a press event on Tuesday. According to witnesses, the exchange escalated when the reporter asked for a breakdown of the expenses, prompting Trump to dismiss the inquiry as “ridiculous” and accuse the press of obsessing over “petty details.” The remarks drew sharp criticism from media watchdogs and advocacy groups, who argued that his tone toward the reporter was disrespectful and reflective of a wider pattern of hostility toward the press. Despite the backlash, Trump defended the project as a “world-class investment,” insisting that the ballroom’s price tag was justified by its scale and “unmatched luxury.”
Trump Launches Demeaning Tirade at Reporter Questioning Cost of New Ballroom
