Former President Donald Trump made a surprising admission on Monday, asserting that he does not consider himself a conservative but a “man of common sense.”
During an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box, Trump remarked, “People say, ‘You’re conservative.’ I’m not conservative. You know what I am. I’m a man of common sense, and a lot of conservative policies are common sense.”
Trump elaborated on potential policies he would pursue if reelected in 2024, emphasizing his stance on border security by stating, “We’re not going to have open borders,” and criticizing President Joe Biden’s approach to the U.S.-Mexico border.
Trump’s statements followed a segment on Squawk Box featuring billionaire and Republican donor Ken Langone, who suggested that a Trump reelection would lead to “four years of getting even.”
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Trump responded by acknowledging Langone’s perspective, remarking, “People think that there’s going to be revenge, and I say, ‘no, the revenge is going to be a success.'” He emphasized his commitment to turning the country around and implementing policies rooted in “sense and common sense.”
Trump is the presumptive Republican candidate in the upcoming election following former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley’s withdrawal from the race. Last month, he described himself as a “proud political dissident” during a Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) speech.
In a December town hall event with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Trump addressed concerns about potential abuse of power if reelected, stating that he would only assert authority on the first day of his hypothetical second term, emphasizing border security and oil drilling. He later clarified that his remarks were made in jest and asserted, “I’m not going to have time for retribution.”
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Former Representative Liz Cheney and former House Speaker Paul Ryan have weighed in on Trump’s leadership and the future of the Republican Party. Cheney expressed her belief in the need to rebuild the party but suggested that efforts should wait until after the 2024 election to focus on defeating Trump. Ryan characterized Trump as an “authoritarian narcissist” rather than a conservative.
In May 2023, NBC News reported on Trump’s sparingly use of the term “Republican” in his speeches, citing political tensions within the party. Steve Bannon, a former Trump adviser, highlighted divisions within the GOP and suggested that Trump’s focus may not align with traditional party priorities.
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As the race for president intensifies, Biden and Trump have exchanged criticisms. Biden aimed at Trump’s handling of presidential duties during his State of the Union address. At the same time, Trump characterized Biden’s speech as “angry” and “dark” during a recent rally in Georgia.
In conclusion, Trump’s self-identification as a “man of common sense” rather than a conservative underscores the complexity of political identities and priorities within the Republican Party. As the 2024 election approaches, the interplay between Trump’s leadership style and the broader direction of the GOP remains a focal point of political discourse.
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