Trump Defends Pursuit of Ratings Over Morality in New Audio

Former President claims television success justifies any behavior, according to recordings from 2023 interview.

Trump asserts that high ratings can excuse even the worst behavior in the entertainment industry.
The comments were made during a 2023 interview with author Ramin Setoodeh at Mar-a-Lago.
Setoodeh's book, 'Apprentice in Wonderland,' explores Trump's TV-centric worldview.
MSNBC aired segments of the audio, highlighting Trump's fixation on ratings.
Trump's remarks reflect his belief that showbiz success is more important than ethical conduct.