Comparison to Hitler, Mao, Stalin? Trump says: ‘Sounds good to me!’
Summary
President Donald Trump shared a message comparing his power to historical figures known for fear and conquest, saying he is more powerful because of his global reach. The message came from a man Trump called a historian, but who is actually a Scottish-born businessman named Dave King. The story also includes details from a new book about Trump’s second term, highlighting his comments on his power, legal issues, and political plans.Key Facts
- President Trump reposted a message that said historical rulers like Hitler, Mao, and Stalin were less powerful than him because they lacked global influence.
- The author of the message, Dave King, is a businessman and former football club chairman, not a historian.
- Trump met King while golfing with professional golfer Gary Player.
- CNN reported Trump showed the document to New York Times reporters during an interview for a book on his second term.
- Trump said previous powerful leaders ruled through fear, implying he does not.
- The book includes Trump’s statement about being tired of winning but getting bad press.
- Trump mentioned considering Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as his defense secretary.
- The book describes moments in the Oval Office showing Trump’s personality and interactions with staff.
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