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This incident is not isolated. Reports indicate that Porter has a history of mistreating colleagues and staff members. For instance, she was accused of telling a staffer to "get out of my effing shot," behavior that raises questions about her temperament. Additionally, there are past allegations from her divorce in 2013, where her ex-husband claimed she poured hot mashed potatoes on his head — a claim she has dismissed, describing her ex as a nightmare.
A recent statement from a reporter about Porter reinforced concerns: she asserts holding herself to "a high standard" and has been making efforts to show gratitude to her staff. However, these incidents of visible frustration and condescension do little to dispel the narrative that she can be difficult to work with.