"The spokesperson for the Environmental Protection Agency attacked a reporter on Wednesday, referring to the journalist as a 'piece of trash' when she phoned for comment on a story.
Elaina Plott, a writer for The Atlantic magazine, reported Wednesday that a top aide for the EPA had resigned, and that EPA spokesman Jahan Wilcox snapped at her when she reached out to him for comment.
"You have a great day, you're a piece of trash," Wilcox was quoted as telling Plott.
Wilcox did not immediately respond to phone calls or an email from CNN seeking comment. "
Oliver Darcy reports for CNN June 6, 2018.
SEE ALSO:
"Pruitt Aide Resigns Amid Scandals" (Atlantic)
"EPA Spokesman To Reporter: ‘You’Re A Piece Of Trash’" (Washington Post)
"Jahan Wilcox: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know" (Heavy.)
"EPA Spokesperson Calls Reporter 'A Piece Of Trash'" (The Hill)
"EPA Spokesman Hoped To Use Repeal Order As 'Cover'" (Greenwire)
