Trump faces criticism for referring to female Bloomberg reporter as ‘piggy’

The GuardianTuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:52:10 PM
Trump faces criticism for referring to female Bloomberg reporter as ‘piggy’
  • During a confrontation on Air Force One, Donald Trump called a Bloomberg News correspondent 'piggy,' a remark that has sparked significant criticism from the media. This incident highlights Trump's ongoing history of personal attacks against female journalists, raising concerns about the treatment of women in the press.
  • The backlash from fellow journalists indicates a growing intolerance for derogatory language directed at women in journalism. This incident not only reflects Trump's controversial communication style but also underscores the challenges faced by female reporters in an environment where they are often subjected to disrespectful treatment.
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