Trump Discusses Pardons, FEMA, and TikTok in First Interview Since Returning to Office

In a wide-ranging Fox News interview, President Trump addressed Biden-era pardons, disaster recovery, and the future of TikTok.

President Trump criticized former President Biden for issuing preemptive pardons to family members and officials but not to himself, suggesting it was a missed opportunity.
Trump defended his decision to pardon approximately 1,500 January 6 defendants, arguing their treatment was excessively harsh and their actions were protests against a 'rigged' election.
The President announced plans to visit disaster-stricken areas in North Carolina and California, citing dissatisfaction with FEMA's response under Biden's leadership.
Trump expressed skepticism about banning TikTok, downplaying national security concerns and suggesting its Chinese ownership is no different from other products made in China.
He reflected on his historic non-consecutive return to the presidency, comparing it to Winston Churchill's post-war leadership and emphasizing the failure of 'radical left' policies.