In a dramatic television confrontation that has set political circles abuzz, Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt delivered a blistering response to CNN anchor John Berman after he pressed her about Jared Kushner's controversial foreign business ventures.
Explosive Interview Exchange
The tension-filled exchange unfolded live on air when Berman questioned whether Donald Trump would commit to preventing his son-in-law Kushner from pursuing foreign business deals if the former president returns to the White House. Leavitt immediately turned the tables, accusing the CNN host of engaging in what she termed "the politics of personal destruction."
Defending the Trump Family
With unwavering composure, the 22-year-old spokeswoman launched a robust defence of Kushner's activities. "Jared Kushner served this country well," she asserted, highlighting his work on the Abraham Accords during his White House tenure. Her sharp retort left little room for Berman's line of questioning, as she repeatedly redirected the conversation toward what she described as biased media coverage.
Media Relations Under Scrutiny
This confrontation comes amid increasingly strained relations between the Trump campaign and mainstream media outlets. Leavitt's combative stance reflects a broader strategy of confronting journalists directly rather than accommodating what campaign officials often characterise as hostile questioning.
The Kushner Business Controversy
At the heart of the dispute lie Kushner's business activities since leaving the White House, particularly a $2 billion investment from Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund. Critics have raised ethical concerns about the timing and nature of these financial arrangements, given Kushner's former role in Middle Eastern diplomacy.
The interview has since gone viral across social media platforms, with supporters praising Leavitt's forceful defence and critics questioning the transparency surrounding the Trump family's international business interests. As the political landscape heats up, such confrontations appear likely to become increasingly common features of the media landscape.
