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Newspaper Rebukes President After Personal Attacks on Reporter

Summary: A national newspaper pushed back after President Trump publicly insulted White House correspondent Katie Rogers and dismissed a report about his energy and health as "fake news." The article, co-authored by Katie Rogers and Dylan Freedman, examined signs of fatigue and shorter workdays. The publication defended its reporting as accurate and based on firsthand reporting, saying insults will not deter its journalists. The spat highlights ongoing tensions between the administration and the press.

02:50 AM, 11/27/2025Politics
Newspaper Rebukes President After Personal Attacks on Reporter

A national newspaper pushed back Wednesday after President Donald Trump attacked one of its journalists, calling her "ugly" and dismissing a recent report about his energy and health as "fake news." The story in question, co-written by Katie Rogers and Dylan Freedman, examined signs of fatigue and shortened workdays.

In a lengthy social media post, the president attacked the publication and singled out White House correspondent Katie Rogers by name, calling the outlet a "cheap 'RAG'" and labeling the reporter "a third rate reporter who is ugly, both inside and out." His remarks follow recent criticism over his treatment of female reporters, including an earlier incident in which he referred to a journalist as "piggy" while aboard Air Force One.

A spokesperson for the paper responded, defending its journalism and methodology:

"Our reporting is accurate and built on firsthand reporting of the facts. Name-calling and personal insults don't change that, nor will our journalists hesitate to cover this administration in the face of intimidation tactics like this. Expert and thorough reporters like Katie Rogers exemplify how an independent and free press helps the American people better understand their government and its leaders."

The president's post reiterated a series of claims about his record, including assertions about the 2024 election, economic milestones, and recent medical tests. Excerpts include:

"The Creeps at the Failing New York Times are at it again... This cheap 'RAG' is truly an 'ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE.' The writer of the story, Katie Rogers... is a third rate reporter who is ugly, both inside and out... With a PERFECT PHYSICAL EXAM AND A COMPREHENSIVE COGNITIVE TEST ('That was aced') JUST RECENTLY TAKEN, it certainly is not now! GOD BLESS AMERICA & MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!"

Observers say the exchange underscores continuing tensions between the White House and the press over access, tone and coverage. The paper reiterated confidence in its reporting and emphasized the role of an independent press in holding leaders accountable.

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