Kaitlan Collins Says Trump Craves Praise From The Same Media He Bashes — Her Surprising Take

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News (2 / 1) 10.06.2026 10:54 / Günter

Old habits, new scrutiny

Collins recalled that Trump ‘‘has always played the media game,’’ noting allegations he once called into outlets under names like John Barron or John Miller to praise himself — claims Trump denied while some aides reportedly told The Washington Post otherwise.

Friction in the press room

Collins also pointed to moments of tension: Trump recently called her ‘‘corrupt’’ and accused her of never smiling during an Oval Office exchange. He’s joked about getting ‘‘bad publicity’’ and blamed White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s performance, underscoring the complicated give-and-take between the president and the press.