Wes Streeting has criticized Donald Trump for directing a derogatory remark towards a female reporter, calling her “Quiet! Quiet, piggy.” The Health Secretary condemned such behavior towards women, stating that it should be a thing of the past and expressing disbelief that a prominent British politician would speak to a political reporter in a similar manner.
Streeting emphasized that he would not tolerate his sisters being addressed in such a disrespectful way, highlighting that such language is inappropriate, especially in a professional setting. Trump’s offensive comment towards Bloomberg’s Catherine Lucey was met with disapproval, with Streeting asserting that such behavior is unacceptable.
Regarding the incident, Streeting emphasized the need to combat sexism and misogyny in society, stressing the importance of moving away from disrespectful language and behavior towards women. He mentioned the ongoing battle to address these issues and underscored the significance of promoting a culture that respects women.
Streeting, who is launching England’s inaugural Men’s Health Strategy, highlighted the importance of reshaping societal perceptions of masculinity. He mentioned the prevalence of online content that promotes sexist and misogynistic attitudes among young men, emphasizing the need for positive role models and rejecting the notion that masculinity is defined by material possessions and mistreatment of women.
The Men’s Health Strategy aims to address various health issues affecting men, including suicide, alcohol abuse, and problem gambling. The government plans to invest £3.6 million over three years in suicide prevention initiatives targeting middle-aged men, particularly in disadvantaged areas where the risk of suicide is higher. This strategy is designed to provide tailored support for men facing physical and mental health challenges.
A correction was issued regarding the identification of the reporter targeted by Trump in the original article.