Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe tense exchange took place in a barn during heavy rainstorms that caused audio interruptions, and Trump became frustrated when questioned about California's vote counting and his claim that the election was "rigged” (NBC/Meet the Press)President Trump abruptly ended a "Meet the Press" interview with Kristen Welker in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, after she pressed him for evidence of election fraud claims. The tense exchange took place in a barn during heavy rainstorms that caused audio interruptions, and Trump became frustrated when questioned about California's vote counting and his claim that the election was "rigged." Trump attacked Welker and major networks as "crooked," telling her she was "either crooked or you're stupid" before removing his microphone and walking out. Welker also challenged Trump on foreign policy, asking if his strike on Iran contradicted his 2024 campaign pledge to avoid new wars, which Trump dismissed. Afterward, Trump blamed his frustration on the loud rain, while Welker noted the weather complicated the interview but said they still had a substantial conversation. In fullNBC Meet the Press host reveals what Trump said after he stormed off during his interviewThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in