NBC Meet the Press Full interview: President Trump says he’ll be a ‘two-term president,’ downplays third term talk
May 4, 2025
Former President Donald Trump joins for an engaging discussion reflecting on his second term's first 100 days. He shares his views on border control and immigration, the current economic landscape, and the role of tariffs amidst trade tensions with China. The conversation delves into national security shifts and proposes the idea of Canada as the 51st state. An intriguing segment explores the prospects of a third presidential term and highlights the charm of Mar-a-Lago while addressing his legacy and leadership succession.
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Claim of Most Secure Border
- Donald Trump asserts the U.S. border is the most secure and effective in history.
- He attributes this to his administration's policies reversing previous open border practices.
Tariffs Cut $1 Trillion Deficit
- Trump credits his tariffs with drastically reducing U.S. trade losses with China.
- He describes cutting off trade cold turkey as a strategy to end a $1 trillion deficit.
Energy Prices Drive Inflation
- Trump emphasizes that energy prices like gasoline dramatically impact overall inflation.
- He highlights gasoline prices dropping below $2 in many states as a significant economic relief.