Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Trump's 'Piggy' Remark and Flag Controversy Spark Outrage
President Trump got into arguments with reporters over the weekend.
He called a reporter 'Piggy' when asked about emails from Jeffrey Epstein that mentioned him.
People are upset about a photo showing the American flag at the White House touching the ground, which some say is against the rules.
President Trump called a reporter 'Piggy' when asked about Jeffrey Epstein emails
The exchange happened during a heated press gaggle aboard Air Force One
Trump disputed the contents of the emails, which mentioned him by name
A viral photo showed the American flag at the White House seemingly touching the ground
Critics cited US Flag Code rules, but the White House denied wrongdoing
- Who
- President Donald Trump
- What
- Called a reporter 'Piggy' and sparked flag controversy
- When
- November 14-16, 2021
- Where
- Air Force One and the White House
- Why
- Trump disputed the contents of Epstein emails and the flag's position is unclear
Proper Respect for the Flag and Journalists
Trump's Actions
Flag Etiquette
Proper Respect for the Flag and Journalists
The flag should never touch anything beneath it
Trump's Actions
The flag was seen touching the ground at the White House
Respect for Journalists
Proper Respect for the Flag and Journalists
Reporters should be treated with respect
Trump's Actions
Trump called a reporter 'Piggy'
- Epstein Emails
- Mentioned Trump by name and were released by House Oversight Committee
- Trump's Response
- He denied knowing about Epstein's actions and called a reporter 'Piggy'
- US Flag Code
- The flag should never touch anything beneath it
