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Trump Faces Backlash for 'Piggy' Remark to Reporter

11/19/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump drew backlash after calling Bloomberg correspondent Catherine Lucey a 'piggy' during a press event on Air Force One.
Lucey questioned him about the Jeffrey Epstein files.
A White House official defended Trump, claiming Lucey acted inappropriately but provided no evidence.
Critics, including CNN anchor Jake Tapper, condemned the remark as disgusting and highlighted concerns about Trump's treatment of women in the media.

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U.S. President Donald Trump drew backlash after calling Bloomberg correspondent Catherine Lucey a 'piggy' during a press event on Air Force One.
Lucey questioned him about the Jeffrey Epstein files.
A White House official defended Trump, claiming Lucey acted inappropriately but provided no evidence.
Critics, including CNN anchor Jake Tapper, condemned the remark as disgusting and highlighted concerns about Trump's treatment of women in the media.