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Awkward Moment on Fox News: Trump Flirts with Host During Interview

Published March 27, 2026, 14:19
Awkward Moment on Fox News: Trump Flirts with Host During Interview

An awkward moment unfolded on Fox News when Donald Trump appeared to flirt with host Dana Perino during a phone interview. The conversation began with questions about the situation in Iran, but Trump veered off-topic, mentioning a past dinner with Perino and commenting on her appearance. The host attempted to attribute Trump's comments to the Fox News hair and makeup department, but he persisted, even warning co-host Jesse Watters to be careful with similar remarks. Furthermore, Trump made controversial claims about the new Iranian leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, alleging he is homosexual, based on information from the CIA. Simultaneously, he asserted that he has strong support from the LGBTQ+ community, citing his preference for the song “YMCA” and his opposition to policies that oppress the LGBTQ+ community in countries like Iran. Trump insisted he had a good relationship with the LGBTQ+ community, claiming he received high percentages of votes from them in previous elections. He also criticized activist groups supporting Palestine, arguing their stance contradicts the reality in countries where homosexuality is severely punished. The interaction sparked discussion about appropriate behavior in public appearances and statements made by political figures, while also raising new questions about Trump's views on issues concerning the LGBTQ+ community and foreign policy.