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Trump Criticizes Liz Cheney as "Radical War Hawk" in Arizona Interview, Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Violent Rhetoric

Nov 1, 2024, 03:16 PM

During a recent onstage interview with Tucker Carlson in Arizona, former President Donald Trump criticized former Representative Liz Cheney, calling her a "radical war hawk" and "a very dumb individual." He accused Cheney and other politicians of advocating for military interventions while safely "sitting in Washington in a nice building," saying, "They're all war hawks when they're sitting in Washington in a nice building saying, oh gee, let's send 10,000 troops right into the mouth of the enemy." Trump suggested that if Cheney were put in harm's way, she might reconsider her stance on war. His remarks sparked controversy, with some interpreting them as a threat or violent rhetoric towards Cheney, including allegations that he fantasized about her facing a firing squad. Cheney responded, stating that Trump's comments demonstrate he cannot be entrusted with the presidency and would target his opponents if elected. Media outlets have reported on the incident, amplifying the debate over Trump's rhetoric. Supporters of Trump argue that his remarks were taken out of context and that he was criticizing Cheney's foreign policy positions rather than advocating violence against her.