Salty EPA spokesman slams journalist as 'a piece of trash' for doing her job

Okay, everybody, this latest Scott Pruitt scandal has gotten a little out of hand. 

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When The Atlantic's Elaina Plott reached out for comment from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) — you know, the government organization Pruitt is running like his own personal bingo hall — EPA spokesperson Jahan Wilcox told Plott, "You have a great day, you’re a piece of trash.”

Whoooooaaaaaaa there, Jahan. 

A bit much, don't you think?

Apparently, Wilcox has had a rough day answering questions about the impending departure of EPA aide Millan Hupp.  Read more...

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