CNN’s Collins: Leavitt ‘to her credit’ pushed Saudis on attending event
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by Max RegoFebruary 12, 2026
CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins credited White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt for allowing her to cover an event last year involving President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman despite pushback from Saudi officials. During an interview published Wednesday with Heather McMahan on the “Absolutely Not” podcast, Collins recalled when the White House press…
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/12/2026