Trump Walks Out of NBC Interview, Calling Network 'Dishonest and Stupid'

Former US President Donald Trump walked out of an interview with NBC's "Meet the Press" host Kristen Welker, labeling the network "biased and dishonest." The abrupt exit occurred during an interview conducted on a farm in Wisconsin, which was significantly disrupted by severe weather, including thunder and lightning. Trump, who had initially endured sharp questions about a potential Iran war, became incensed when Welker questioned his unsubstantiated claims of election fraud.

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You are a biased, dishonest network. Sorry, we're done because I've had enough. Thank you, dear. Have a nice time.

"You are a biased, dishonest network. Sorry, we're done because I've had enough," Trump told Welker before leaving. He had previously criticized her as a "big liberal, big progressive," to which she responded, "No, I'm just a journalist." The interview touched upon Trump's proposal for taxpayers to compensate those he believes were unfairly prosecuted during President Joe Biden's administration.

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You're either dishonest or stupid.

During the exchange, Trump asserted, "I don't know about this 'weaponized fund.' But I like the idea because people like you, the fake dirty media, dishonest media, and people like stupid Biden... they ruin people. They put people in jail who did nothing wrong." Welker countered, "There is no evidence for what you are saying." When Trump reiterated his claims about the 2020 election being "rigged" and cited recent primary results, Welker pressed for proof. Trump's response was, "You're either dishonest or stupid," before he exited the frame. Welker later stated that Trump had agreed to a follow-up interview due to the previous disruptions.

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There is no evidence for what you are saying.