Topline
Former President Donald Trump compared himself with another former president, Richard Nixon, in an interview on Sunday on Fox News, but added that unlike his predecessor he has enjoyed strong support from leaders within his own party during his two impeachment proceedings and his ongoing legal challenges.
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Key Facts
Speaking to Fox News’ Mark Levin, Trump claimed that Nixon’s biggest regret was “he didn’t fight” as he was forced to step down from the Presidency following the Watergate scandal.
Drawing a comparison to his two impeachment proceedings, Trump said Nixon had no support, but “we had such great support,” as named Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and some other “great fighters.”
Noting that Nixon was “very very tough with people,” Trump attempted to draw a contrast, saying “I get along with people.”
During the interview, Trump tried to highlight what he said was a previously cordial relationship with another former president, Bill Clinton, saying they frequently exchanged letters and pointing out that the Clintons attended his wedding.
Trump claimed his 2016 election rival Hillary Clinton did adequately not leverage her husband’s experience, and called Bill Clinton an “unbelievable weapon” and a “natural politician.”
Crucial Quote
“[Nixon] was a very tough guy. He was — I guess some people would say this about me too — he was his own worst enemy. I mean, I can say that a little bit about myself, much less so than people think, I will say,” Trump said in the interview.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2023/04/24/trump-compares-himself-to-nixon-in-fox-news-interview/