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Trump Furious as NYT Reporters Record Situation Room Audio

6/14/2026

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New York Times (NYT) reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan allegedly recorded audio inside the White House Situation Room, where devices are prohibited.
The Trump administration says the recordings were obtained for a book due June 23.
Officials warned the audio could expose sensitive deliberations on the Iran conflict and Epstein investigations.
President Donald Trump is reported to be furious about the reconstructions in the upcoming book.

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New York Times (NYT) reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan allegedly recorded audio inside the White House Situation Room, where devices are prohibited.
The Trump administration says the recordings were obtained for a book due June 23.
Officials warned the audio could expose sensitive deliberations on the Iran conflict and Epstein investigations.
President Donald Trump is reported to be furious about the reconstructions in the upcoming book.