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Video: Trump threatens to jail reporter over Iran airman rescue leak

Video: Trump threatens to jail reporter over Iran airman rescue leak

Summary

At a press briefing, President Trump expressed anger about a reporter who wrote about the rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran. He insisted that the journalist should disclose their source and warned they might face jail if they do not.

Key Facts

  • President Trump spoke at a press briefing on Monday.
  • The briefing focused on the rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran.
  • A journalist reported on the details of this rescue operation.
  • President Trump demanded the journalist reveal who provided the information.
  • He warned the journalist could face jail if they did not disclose their source.

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