Who is Kristen Holmes? CNN Senior White House Correspondent clashes with Trump during Oval Office exchange
Kristen Holmes drew criticism from President Donald Trump and the White House after her questions during an Oval Office event.
CNN Senior White House Correspondent Kristen Holmes engaged in a contentious exchange with President Donald Trump during an Oval Office event. During the heated interaction, Holmes questioned Trump about remarks made by Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff regarding White House aide Natalie Harp. In response, Trump referred to Ossoff as a "Pee-wee Herman lookalike," and then directed his ire towards Holmes.
"Quiet, quiet, You're very disrespectful," Trump asserted, subsequently labeling her as "fake news" and a "fake reporter." The White House's Rapid Response account on X also directed its ire at Holmes, accusing her of making "cheap shots" during a celebration of a young hero. Holmes, CNN's Senior White House Correspondent based in Washington, D.C., has been a key figure in covering Donald Trump's presidency, including his campaigns, White House activities, and Republican politics.
She joined CNN in 2012 and was promoted to her current role in January 2025. The exchange between Holmes and Trump is the latest in a series of public confrontations between the president and journalists. CNN has defended Holmes, stating that while officials can challenge reporting they disagree with, personal attacks on journalists for asking questions are unacceptable.
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