Trump Blasts Reporter Over Gas Prices While Bragging About Lincoln Memorial Cleanup

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News (2 / 1) 08.05.2026 21:57 / Olga

Sharp Insults Fly

Trump escalated, calling Scott "one of the worst reporters," accusing ABC of "fake news," and branding her question "such a stupid question." He repeated that the restoration projects were about national pride and cleanliness.

Gas Prices and Backlash

Trump insisted gas is "way down" and predicted prices will fall after the war ends. AAA data in the report showed an average of $4.56 a gallon, up from $4.39 last week and $4.16 a month earlier. Critics on X accused him of deflecting and insulting reporters instead of addressing affordability. The piece notes a prior February clash with CNN's Kaitlan Collins over costs for a White House ballroom.