Pompeo Lashes Out At Reporter After Interview On Ukraine, Ambassador

The transcript details an interview between NPR's Mary Louise Kelly and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Initially focused on U.S. policy toward Iran, the interview shifted to questions about Ukraine and former ambassador Marie Yovanovich, which frustrated Pompeo. After the recorded interview, Pompeo confronted Kelly about the Ukraine questions, using strong language. NPR defended Kelly's integrity after Pompeo accused her of breaking journalistic norms by reporting the off-record conversation.

What accusation did Pompeo make against Kelly regarding the post-interview conversation?

How did NPR respond to the situation involving Kelly and Pompeo?