President Donald Trump had some harsh words for CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins and Representative Thomas Massie on Monday after being questioned about the congressman’s effort to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
During a surprise White House press conference, Collins asked Trump whether he would continue supporting Hegseth if the defense secretary were impeached. Massie (R-Ky.) introduced eight articles of impeachment against Hegseth earlier Monday, accusing him of waging war against Iran without congressional authorization and abusing the powers of his office.
“Will you stand by Pete Hegseth if he’s impeached?” Collins asked.
“Yeah, I’ll stand by him,” Trump replied.
View this post on InstagramCollins followed up, asking whether Trump would keep Hegseth as defense secretary even if the House voted to impeach him.
“He won two wars. He was in charge. We all won. I had great people,” Trump said.
When Collins pointed out that Massie had accused Hegseth of carrying out illegal acts, the president quickly turned his attention to the Kentucky congressman and the CNN reporter.
“Massie’s a loser. Just like you’re a loser at CNN. Just like your ratings are a loser,” Trump responded.
He continued his criticism of Massie, calling him a “stone-cold loser” and accusing him of having “a lot of hatred in his heart.”
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Trump also defended Hegseth’s record, repeatedly claiming that the United States had won two wars under his leadership. He questioned why other former defense officials, including Lloyd Austin, had not faced similar scrutiny.
Massie’s impeachment effort centers on Hegseth’s handling of military operations, including the ongoing conflict with Iran. The articles accuse the defense secretary of carrying out military action without congressional authorization and violating his constitutional responsibilities.
The move comes amid growing frustration among lawmakers over the administration’s handling of the conflict. Massie’s effort could receive bipartisan support, with members of both parties raising concerns about Hegseth’s leadership and the administration’s military decisions.
Trump has remained firmly behind his defense secretary, making clear Monday that the impeachment effort would not change his position.
The president’s remarks also drew a response from CNN anchor Jake Tapper, who commented on the exchange during the network’s coverage.
“Kind of incredible to hear President Trump, after last Tuesday’s results, calling anyone else a loser,” Tapper said.
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