Political News & Thoughts: Donald Trump’s Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Labels ABC Reporter ‘Unhinged’ While Avoiding Questions on Trump and Stephen Miller

Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, criticized ABC News’ Terry Moran for what she termed an “unhinged rant.” Moran, the network’s senior national correspondent, labeled Stephen Miller, Trump’s deputy chief of staff, as a “world-class hater” in a now-deleted social media post. He asserted that Miller embodies the Trumpist movement's malevolent impulses, driven by “bile” rather than intellect.Moran elaborated, claiming Miller’s hatred is not just notable but vital to his existence. Following the controversy, ABC suspended Moran and reaffirmed its commitment to objectivity, stating his remarks deviated from the network’s standards.In a swift response during a Fox News segment, Leavitt emphasized the need for accountability among journalists and condemned Moran’s approach. Miller dismissed Moran’s critique as a “public meltdown,” while Vice President JD Vance characterized the comments as an "absolutely vile smear," further igniting a heated dialogue online about media impartiality and journalistic ethics.