"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. [2]

SEE ALSO:

"Pruitt Aide Resigns Amid Scandals" (Atlantic) [3]

"EPA Spokesman To Reporter: ‘You’Re A Piece Of Trash’" (Washington Post) [4]

"Jahan Wilcox: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know" (Heavy.) [5]

"EPA Spokesperson Calls Reporter 'A Piece Of Trash'" (The Hill) [6]

"EPA Spokesman Hoped To Use Repeal Order As 'Cover'" (Greenwire) [7]