House Speaker Mike Johnson stood by former President Donald Trump in a recent interview, choosing to focus on policy rather than Trump's controversial remarks. During the interview, Johnson deflected questions about Trump's comments on Arnold Palmer and his suggestion of using the military against the 'enemy from within'.
When pressed about Trump's remarks on Arnold Palmer, Johnson emphasized the importance of looking at the candidates' records and policies rather than personalities. He maintained that voters should consider what is best for their families when making their decision.
Regarding concerns about Trump's cognitive state and fitness for office, Johnson dismissed the idea that Trump was unfit to serve as president. He argued that voters would ultimately decide based on what they believe is best for the country.
When asked about Trump's suggestion of using the military against the 'enemy from within,' Johnson clarified that Trump was referring to criminal or transnational gangs, not political opponents. He explained that Trump's comments were aimed at addressing security concerns related to criminal activities.
Despite pushback from the interviewer, Johnson maintained that Trump's remarks were not directed at using the military against political adversaries. He emphasized that Trump's focus was on addressing security threats posed by criminal elements rather than targeting specific individuals.
