Overview
- President Trump told Fox Business anchor Maria Bartiromo he had been "screaming at Iranians all day," using it to explain his hoarse voice in an interview that aired Wednesday.
- He said shouting was necessary because "that's the only thing they understand," casting it as his way of doing business.
- There is no independent confirmation of any direct, president-level calls with Iranian leaders tied to the remark.
- On MS NOW, Jen Psaki and Chris Hayes laughed at the claim, said it would be huge news if true, and said they would ask national security adviser Jake Sullivan for clarity.
- Mediaite noted Trump offered a similar explanation in November when he said he was hoarse from shouting at people about trade.