News · 8 June 2026

Trump ends NBC interview after 'rigged election' clash

Donald Trump abruptly ended an NBC interview that aired Sunday after the presenter challenged his claims that recent elections were 'rigged'. He walked out 50 minutes into the discussion with Kristen Welker, insisting he didn't need evidence for his allegations. Trump called Welker and the media 'crooked,' telling them he'd 'had enough' and it was time to 'call it quits'.

By BriefTea Editorial · 8 June 2026 at 5:11

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