Trump Walks Out of NBC Interview Over Election Claims

During an NBC interview on a Sunday, former U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly walked out after a contentious discussion with moderator Kristin Welker.

The interview began with Welker questioning Trump about his proposal for a multi-billion dollar fund to compensate individuals harmed by what he described as the federal government's misuse of the justice system. Trump maintained his claims regarding the January 6 Capitol riot and the 2020 presidential election, asserting that the election was rigged.

Welker challenged Trump on his assertions, stating that there was no evidence to support his claims. The conversation escalated as Trump accused major media outlets of dishonesty, referring to them as "crooks." After a series of heated exchanges, Trump ended the interview, stating he had given enough time and walked away.

Welker later acknowledged the challenging weather conditions during the interview. This incident underscores ongoing disputes between Trump and major U.S. news organizations regarding coverage of his claims and the January 6 events.