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.