Can't take it

The White House wouldn't know outrageous if it bit 'em in the ass. They can dish it out, but they can't take it, like bullies from time immemorial.

Hill's response is note-perfect, too (and I'm not a Hillary supporter):

Apparently I've struck a nerve, the White House just attacked me a few minutes ago. Not only have I said it and am saying it, I will keep saying it because I happen to believe it.

Don't apologize. Don't explain. Don't back down. (Well, if there's new information, that's different. Wouldn't want to be a Bushist.)