Trump responded sharply to a journalist when asked about his ties to Epstein.

US President Donald Trump sharply responded to a journalist after being asked about a possible attempt by the White House to conceal information about the American leader's ties with financier Jeffrey Epstein. The incident occurred on November 16 during Trump's conversation with the press in Palm Beach.

The correspondent asked for comment on the statement by Congressman Thomas Massey, who suggested that Trump's initiative to investigate Epstein's connections could serve as a cover. According to eyewitnesses, the president abruptly interrupted the question, saying that she "shouldn't continue spreading lies" and that she was a "disgusting reporter."

"I don't want to talk about this because fake news like you, and you're a disgusting reporter, just keep bringing it up to distract attention from the incredible success of the Trump administration," RIA Novosti quoted the US president as saying.

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