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Katie Porter Faces Backlash After Threatening to Walk Out of TV Interview

Katie Porter Faces Backlash After Threatening to Walk Out of TV Interview

Summary

Katie Porter, a candidate for California governor, faced criticism after a video showed her threatening to end a TV interview. The questioning involved her need to attract voters who supported President Donald Trump. The exchange became tense and received significant attention online.

Key Facts

  • Katie Porter is running for governor of California.
  • A video surfaced showing Porter threatening to leave an interview due to frustration with questions.
  • The interview was with CBS News California Investigates correspondent Julie Watts.
  • The questions involved redistricting and California Proposition 50.
  • Proposition 50 aims to change congressional maps to potentially gain more Democratic seats.
  • The interview also questioned how Porter plans to win support from the 40% of Californians who voted for President Trump.
  • The exchange went viral online, drawing various reactions from public figures and journalists.

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