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Who is Olivia Rinaldi? Trump reacts to CBS reporter’s Iran question with rude gesture
President Trump abruptly ended a press conference after dismissing CBS reporter Olivia Rinaldi, who asked about Iran.
President Donald Trump unexpectedly terminated a press conference in the Oval Office, dismissing a CBS reporter. Trump, who once infamously remarked to a female reporter, "quiet, piggy," has developed a pattern of criticizing the appearances of female journalists who have the audacity to pose questions he prefers to avoid. He has now transitioned to using offensive hand gestures to communicate his true sentiments towards the media.
CBS correspondent Olivia Rinaldi on April 18 sought to inquire about the ongoing situation in Iran and recent events in the Strait of Hormuz from the 79-year-old Commander-in-Chief.
X user Acyn shared a video capturing the moment when Trump expelled Rinaldi along with the gathered press. The reporter subsequently reposted the clip, stating, "Tried to ask the President about two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz who were allegedly fired upon by Iranian gunboats. President Trump: 'out.'" This development occurs as Trump convenes an "emergency Situation Room" meeting amidst the breakdown of negotiations with Iran.
The termination ignited fury in the comments section of Rinaldi's repost. One viewer wrote, "How dare reporters ask questions about reality instead of playing pretend with him."
“Thats what he said about Epstein Files, and now Iran war. Idk why is he scared,” another said.
“He’s embarrassed and played like a foul,” a third user stated.
“😆 stop pointing out the truth, just tell me how amazing I am at stopping 47 wars,” another quipped.
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Who is Olivia Rinaldi?
Olivia Rinaldi serves as a White House reporter for CBS News. She reported on President Trump's 2024 presidential campaign and previously held the position of associate producer for "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell," collaborating with O'Donnell for three years on the broadcast, as well as on "60 Minutes," "CBS News Sunday Morning," and various other breaking news stories covered by O'Donnell.
Rinaldi also worked as a producer for "Person to Person with Norah O'Donnell." In 2021, Rinaldi was part of the team that received the duPont-Columbia Award for the 18-month investigation conducted by "CBS Evening News" into the mishandling of sexual assault within the U.S. military. Rinaldi earned her degree in foreign affairs and media studies from the University of Virginia in 2019.
Trump announces US-Iran talks to take place Tuesday
Discussions between the US and Iran are set to recommence in Pakistan on Tuesday, said US President Donald Trump in an interview with Fox News.
According to the US president, White House representatives Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are traveling to Islamabad to participate in the negotiations.
Trump warned that if Tehran fails to reach an agreement, the entirety of Iran will face severe consequences, stating that bridges and power facilities within the country will be targeted.
He insisted that Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz and relinquish its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
The ceasefire is scheduled to conclude on Wednesday.
