During his first television interview as President for his second term, Donald Trump made headlines for his strong remarks about President Joe Biden and the ongoing political landscape.
Trump appeared on Sean Hannity’s Fox News show on Wednesday, where he was quick to address a wide range of issues, including Biden’s controversial pardons and his own legal battles.
Trump Criticizes Biden’s Pardons and Lack of Self-Pardon
A significant portion of the interview focused on Biden’s decisions surrounding pardons.
Trump openly criticized Biden’s choices, particularly the fact that he didn’t pardon himself.
The new president expressed his belief that Biden had “bad advisers” and wasn’t making decisions in the best interest of the country.
Trump also hinted at a potential consequence of Biden’s pardons, claiming that the people who were pardoned could be forced to testify and wouldn’t be able to take the Fifth Amendment.
He pointed out that Biden had pardoned many individuals, but the most glaring omission was a pardon for himself, which Trump found curious and concerning.
He made this point several times throughout the interview.
Trump Discusses His Own Legal Battles and Future Investigations
Trump didn’t shy away from discussing his own legal issues.
He recalled the “four years of hell” he endured during his previous presidency, with millions spent on legal fees.
He also reflected on the numerous legal battles he fought, from hush money payments to the storage of classified documents.
Trump suggested that people shouldn’t avoid facing legal troubles, even if it means going through lengthy and costly procedures.
When Hannity asked about the possibility of Congress investigating Biden’s pardons, Trump expressed confidence that lawmakers would decide the matter.
He was also asked about his thoughts on investigating his former political opponent, Hillary Clinton, a topic that has followed him throughout his career.
Trump reaffirmed that he could have pursued legal action against Clinton, but said he always preferred to stay above such matters.
Trump Teases Potential Cuts to FEMA and the Government
In a surprising turn, Trump hinted that he might consider scrapping the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as part of his second term agenda.
Trump, who will be heading to areas hit by natural disasters like Hurricane Helene and wildfires in North Carolina and Los Angeles, expressed frustration with FEMA’s handling of recent disasters.
He suggested that states should take more control of disaster relief efforts, praising Oklahoma’s response and claiming that FEMA’s bureaucracy often got in the way.
Trump Plans to Release JFK Assassination Files
Another major topic during the interview was Trump’s long-standing promise to release classified government files related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
Trump explained that during his first term, high-ranking officials like Mike Pompeo advised against releasing the files, but he now intends to do so.
According to Trump, Pompeo’s hesitation was based on concerns that the timing wasn’t right, but the president indicated that the documents would be made public soon.
Trump’s Upcoming Trip to Disaster Areas
Trump concluded the interview by mentioning his upcoming visit to North Carolina and Los Angeles to assess the ongoing recovery efforts from recent natural disasters.
He expressed a deep interest in seeing how local governments were handling the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and wildfires, promising that he would remain involved in relief efforts as part of his focus on the economy and the well-being of Americans.
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