Donald Trump’s Dialogue With Reporters Becomes Center Of Attention During Cabinet Event

When political pressure intensifies on Donald Trump or his administration, their instinctive reaction is to confront the media. This tactic varies from a rigid smile to an icy, unwavering gaze, yet the approach remains largely unchanged. As soon as controversy arises, Trump redirects attention toward the microphones, transforming frustration into a performance that audiences recognize. This pattern was evident during a recent Cabinet meeting.On December 2, Trump sought to alleviate mounting scrutiny by targeting the press, igniting swift online reactions. During the meeting, he and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed questions regarding a September operation against contraband smugglers.Instead of delving deeper into the inquiries, Trump veered off-topic to criticize reporters, claiming, “I always give the right answers. There’s never a scandal.” He lamented perceived double standards in media coverage of him and Biden.This familiar playbook emphasizes Trump’s penchant for attacking the press, particularly when criticism escalates.