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Trump Slams CNN's Collins Over Ballroom Renovation Questions

12/10/2025

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Trump Attacks Journalist

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Cable News Network (CNN) correspondent Kaitlan Collins on Truth Social, calling her 'stupid and nasty'.
Collins questioned the cost of the White House ballroom renovation, prompting Trump to claim it is under budget and ahead of schedule.
Costs reportedly rose from $200 million to $300 million; Trump says private donations fund the renovation with no taxpayer money, following a pattern of attacks on female journalists.

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Trump Defends Health

U.S. President Donald Trump defended his health, achievements, and cognitive-test results on Truth Social after concerns about cognitive decline.
After a Pennsylvania speech, he rejected claims of poor health.
He said he works harder than any president.
He labeled The New York Times' reports as 'seditious' and 'fake'.
Health scrutiny stems from visible hand bandages and a recent MRI, intensified by age and reduced appearances.

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Trump Attacks Journalist

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Cable News Network (CNN) correspondent Kaitlan Collins on Truth Social, calling her 'stupid and nasty'.
Collins questioned the cost of the White House ballroom renovation, prompting Trump to claim it is under budget and ahead of schedule.
Costs reportedly rose from $200 million to $300 million; Trump says private donations fund the renovation with no taxpayer money, following a pattern of attacks on female journalists.

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