White House Attacks CNN Reporter | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

The White House launched a furious attack on CNN’s Kristen Holmes after she pressed President Trump on his harsh remarks about Senator Jon Ossoff, calling him “Pee-wee Herman.” The White House labeled her question “disgusting and inhumane,” even suggesting her kids would be ashamed — a move CNN swiftly rejected, defending Holmes as a respected journalist doing her job for the American people. The confrontation escalated in the Oval Office when Trump, flanked by a heroic teen lifeguard, called Holmes “disrespectful” and “fake news,” telling her to shut up — all while ignoring the gravity of…