The White House's communications director, Steven Cheung, launched a scathing attack on a Pulitzer-winning reporter, Carol Leonnig, for a story detailing President Donald Trump's abrupt switch from the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One to the original aircraft during a flight from Turkey to the UK.

Cheung accused Leonnig of being a 'liar' and claimed the article was 'complete Fake News,' disputing her assertion that the White House declined to comment on the security concerns surrounding the new plane.

The story, published by MS NOW, alleged that the retrofitted Qatari plane lacked secure communications and missile defenses, prompting Trump's decision to use the older aircraft.

Cheung defended the White House's actions, stating the new Air Force One was equipped with 'state-of-the-art security protocols' and that the President's security measures were necessary given 'many enemies of America' targeting him.

Leonnig, a veteran investigative journalist, and her colleagues were criticized for their reporting, with Cheung questioning their journalistic credibility.

The controversy highlights tensions between the administration and media outlets, particularly regarding the handling of sensitive security information.

The article also notes the broader implications of Trump's security concerns and the White House's public relations strategies in addressing potential threats.