In an exclusive interview on Fox & Friends, President Donald J. Trump paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist. The President reflected on Kirk's impact, stating, “Don said to me, ‘He’s sort of like a son to you…’ He started this really during what would normally be college… and it’s become a movement… I’ve never seen young people, or any group, go to one person like they did to Charlie.” This statement underscores the profound influence Kirk had on the younger generation in conservative circles.
President Trump recounted the moment he learned of Charlie Kirk's tragic murder, saying, “They said, ‘Charlie Kirk is dead.’ I didn’t know what they meant. I said, ‘What do you mean, dead?’ ‘Charlie Kirk was shot…’ I just told these people, ‘Get out. Just go.’” His emotional response highlighted the deep connection he felt towards Kirk and the loss felt within the community.
In addressing the rising crime rates in Democrat-run cities, President Trump announced the deployment of the National Guard to Memphis to tackle violent crime. “We’re going to Memphis. Memphis is deeply troubled… The mayor is happy and the governor of Tennessee, the governor is happy… We’re going to fix that just like we did Washington.” This commitment reflects Trump's ongoing focus on public safety and law enforcement.
President Trump urged Americans to move forward rather than succumbing to fear of political violence, stating, “You have to go forward. You just have to go forward. You watch as closely as you can.” This message resonates with many who are concerned about the current political climate and the implications of violence on democracy.
In a call to action, Trump encouraged his supporters to counter Radical Left violence with their votes, declaring, “You want revenge at the voter box.” This statement emphasizes the importance of civic engagement in addressing political issues and combating extremism.
During his interview, President Trump recounted his visit to a New York Yankees game on the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, describing it as a nostalgic experience: “It was like the old days… We had a good time — and the fans were really nice… We got a tremendous applause because they love the country.” His remarks reflect a desire for unity and national pride.
President Trump highlighted the economic successes of his second term, asserting, “I love doing it because we’re going to Make America Great Again — it’s happening. Look at the stock market. We’ve had the stock market hitting record highs… never been higher.” This statement reinforces his commitment to economic growth and stability under his administration.
When discussing crime rates in large cities, Trump stated, “Almost every city that’s in trouble is run by Democrats. Cashless bail is a disaster… has to be ended immediately.” His comments point to his belief in the need for significant reforms in the bail system to enhance public safety.
Trump praised the success of his Make D.C. Safe Again initiative, saying, “Look at what we did in D.C. We took D.C. — probably the single-worst place in the country in terms of the country — and now there’s no crime. It’s a crime-free area.” This assertion aims to showcase the effectiveness of his policies in reducing crime.
The President also mentioned ongoing investigations into organized agitation by the Radical Left, saying, “We’re going to look into Soros because I think it’s a RICO case against him and other people because this is more than protests. This is real agitation; this is riots on the street — and we’re going to look into that.” This statement underscores his administration's focus on accountability and law enforcement.
President Trump commended recent Supreme Court decisions that emphasize merit over identity, stating, “We have a decision on merit. In other words, this country is now a country of merit. You don’t have to be a woman or a man or a this or a that… it’s all based on merit now… That was a big, big decision.” This reflects his administration's commitment to equality and fairness.
Trump criticized Senate Democrats for obstructing his administration's initiatives, claiming, “We have 200 people that left their jobs in order to come into the Administration, and the Democrats are blocking every one… If I had George Washington and Abraham Lincoln — they came back from the dead and they wanted to go into the Administration — Schumer would not approve them.” Additionally, he condemned Fed Chair Jerome Powell for being “too late” on interest rates, emphasizing the need for timely economic decisions.
President Trump expressed his frustration with the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, stating, “My patience sort of running out and running out fast — but it does take two to tango… When Putin wants to do it, Zelensky didn’t. When Zelensky wanted to do it, Putin didn’t… We’re going to have to come down very, very strong.” His comments indicate a desire for a decisive resolution.
Finally, Trump highlighted the significance of his America First trade agenda, stating, “We’ve been successful because of the tariffs. It’s given us a great power to negotiate with other countries that took advantage of us — tremendous power. Also, it has brought billions of dollars into the country. We have a big case… it’s now at the Supreme Court. That case is really important to win because it’s made us a rich country.” His emphasis on tariffs reflects his administration's focus on protecting American interests.
