CNN Disrespects Trump, Ivanka Responds With THIS daughter Ivanka. During the interview, Ivanka passionately defended her father, calling him the most formidable negotiator shes ever seen. She also noted that he has been a major contributor to the progression of women in the business world. My father is very blunt, she commented. Hes very direct. He is not gender specific in his criticism of people, and people that he doesnt particularly like or people that he does not like but thinks theyre wrong on a particular issue. So I dont think hes gender-targeted at all. Like I said, I wouldnt be the person I am today, I wouldnt be a high-level executive within his organization if he felt that way. What do you think of Ivankas interview? Watch it below and tell us what you think. 