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Trump's 'War Hawk' Comments on Cheney Spark Controversy

Trump's 'War Hawk' Comments on Cheney Spark Controversy

Above: Former Pres. Trump shakes hands with Tucker Carlson at the conclusion of a conversation on Oct. 31, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona.  Image copyright: Chip Somodevilla/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images

The Facts

  • Former Pres. Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, during a Thursday interview made derogatory comments about former Republican US Rep. Liz Cheney and also described a scenario during which she would be shot.Former Pres. Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, during a Thursday interview, made controversial comments about former Republican US Rep. Liz Cheney and also described a scenario during which she would be shot.

  • Speaking with conservative commentator Tucker Carlson at an event in Phoenix, Trump called Cheney "a deranged person" and a "war hawk." He then said, "Let's put her with the rifle standing there with nine barrels shooting at her. OK, let's see how she feels about it."


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