NPR Reporter Removed From Pompeo Trip Following Reports Of Exchange

NPR's Michele Kelemen was removed from the press pool for Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's trip to several countries. This followed a contentious interview between NPR's Mary Louise Kelly and Pompeo, where Kelly questioned him about Ukraine. Pompeo allegedly reacted angrily, questioning Kelly's knowledge of Ukraine and later accusing her of lying about the interview terms. The State Department's action against Kelemen is seen as retaliation against NPR, raising concerns about press freedom.

Which NPR reporter was removed from the press pool for Pompeo's trip?

• Mary Louise Kelly

• Michele Kelemen

• Ari Shapiro

• Steve Inskeep

What was the main topic of contention in the interview between Kelly and Pompeo?

• Trade policies

• Climate change

• Immigration

• Ukraine

How did Pompeo reportedly react to Kelly's questions about Ukraine?

• He calmly answered

• He changed the topic

• He walked out of the interview

• He cursed at her

What did Pompeo accuse Kelly of in his statement after the interview?

• Not asking relevant questions

• Lying about the interview setup

• Being biased

• Misquoting him

What was the State Department Correspondents Association's stance on Kelemen's removal?

• They supported the decision

• They were unaware of the situation

• They had no comment

• They saw it as retaliation against NPR