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Trump Criticizes Lincoln's Handling of Civil War in Fox News Interview

In a conversation with a young fan, Trump suggests Lincoln could have avoided the Civil War by negotiating with the South.

  • During a Fox News appearance, Trump was asked by a 10-year-old about his favorite president, to which he initially responded with Ronald Reagan.
  • Trump, who was an adult during Reagan's presidency, then shifted to discussing Abraham Lincoln, calling him a 'great president' but questioning his handling of the Civil War.
  • He suggested that Lincoln could have 'settled' the Civil War, implying a potential compromise with the South on slavery.
  • Trump's comments included a confusing pivot to contemporary issues, claiming conflicts like Ukraine and Israel would not have occurred under his leadership.
  • The interview sparked criticism and confusion over Trump's understanding of historical and current events.
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