During a recent press event, Donald Trump made headlines after jokingly blaming his own press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, for his negative media coverage.
While speaking to reporters, Trump complained about the amount of negative press he receives and turned to Leavitt, telling her she was “doing a terrible job” when it came to publicity. The remark appeared to be made in a joking tone, though it quickly drew attention online and in the media.
Trump also repeated his claim that he receives between 93% and 97% negative media coverage, a statistic he has mentioned before when criticizing the press. Despite the comment directed at Leavitt, reports say he has also praised her in the past and continues to support her in the role.
Leavitt, who became the youngest White House press secretary in U.S. history, has often taken an aggressive stance toward media outlets and critics of the administration, frequently defending Trump during press briefings and public appearances.
The moment quickly spread online, with many people debating whether the comment was a joke or a sign of frustration over media coverage.
