President Donald Trump ignited fresh controversy during a flight on Air Force One, snapping at a reporter who pressed him about the Epstein files and calling her “quiet, piggy” in a heated exchange now circulating widely on social media. The incident occurred days before Trump reversed stance and supported full release of the Epstein documents, as public scrutiny around the scandal and Trump’s past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein intensifies.
The Viral Exchange
Bloomberg reporter Jennifer Jacobs asked Trump whether there was anything incriminating about him in the newly released Epstein files. Trump, visibly irritated, pointed directly at Jacobs and retorted, “Quiet, quiet, piggy!”—a moment that was caught on video by several journalists present and quickly drew condemnation from media advocates. The president has made similar insults at Jacobs before, previously labeling her and other Bloomberg journalists as hostile.
Fallout and Political Context
The exchange comes as bipartisan pressure mounts for transparency over Epstein’s web of high-profile contacts. Critics and members of the public have noted Trump’s repeated refusals to directly answer questions about the files, fueling speculation and intense debate online. The president maintains he has “nothing to hide,” but polls show growing skepticism among key voter groups about his handling of the issue.
Wider Reaction
White House correspondents and press freedom organizations called on Trump to apologize for the personal attack. The White House has not issued an official statement beyond confirming the president supports the release of the Epstein documents. The episode underscores the sensitive political climate as Congress prepares for a decisive vote on making the Epstein files fully public.