Former President Donald Trump posted an altered image of CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins on his Truth Social page on July 26, 2026. The image depicted Collins' face overlaid on the body of Dylan Mulvaney, a transgender actress known for her association with Bud Light advertisements. This post followed Trump's previous criticisms of Collins during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where he made remarks about her award for excellence in presidential news coverage. A spokesperson for CNN defended Collins, stating she is an exceptional journalist who reports with strength and tenacity. Collins later responded to the event on Instagram, emphasizing the importance of the First Amendment and the role of journalists in asking difficult questions.
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Trump Posts Altered Image of CNN's Kaitlan Collins
Donald Trump shared an altered image of CNN's Kaitlan Collins on his Truth Social account, which sparked discussions about his ongoing criticism of her. The post came after Collins received an award for her journalism, prompting a defense from CNN and a response from Collins highlighting the significance of press freedom.
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