Former President Donald Trump admitted his preference to live outside America as he faces a series of legal troubles surrounding his political career.
What Happened: Trump voiced his desire to live abroad during a rally in New Hampshire on Tuesday, HuffPost reported
"I could have been relaxing at Mar-a-Lago or in the south of France ― which I would prefer to being in this country, frankly."
His comments were met with backlash, as one critic noted, "The average joe with a private jet and documented assets abroad who said stuff like this while under indictment would at least have to give up his passport."
“So go already. Don't let the door hit you in your a** on the way out,” said another.
This guy hates America. https://t.co/IJZtFx4N8P
— The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) August 8, 2023
Others highlighted the irony of Trump’s statement, given his “America First” campaign slogan. Trump’s critics argue that his comments reflect a lack of patriotism.
Maybe when they first came up with "Let's make America great again" they really meant to say "Let's hate on America again." https://t.co/htpB3tT7zQ
— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) August 8, 2023
Why It Matters: These remarks come at a time when Trump is facing a significant legal battle. U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan has scheduled a hearing in the election subversion case against Trump, despite his lawyers’ request for a postponement due to his busy schedule.
Trump’s statement comes in the midst of his 2024 presidential campaign. Despite his ongoing legal issues and third indictment, polls reveal he maintains a dominant lead over other GOP contenders. According to the latest Morning Consult poll, the former president holds a 43-point lead over the Republican competition.
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