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Transcript: ABC News' Sudden Surrender to Trump's Fury Alarms Experts

^{Published on 2024-12-16 08:00:56 - New Republic}
 

• An interview with writer Anne Applebaum about ABC News' abrupt $15 million settlement with Trump
• and why it sends ominous signs about the prospect of institutions folding to his authoritarianism.

The article from The New Republic discusses the abrupt end to an ABC News interview with former President Donald Trump, where he was questioned about his handling of classified documents. The interview, conducted by George Stephanopoulos, was cut short after Trump became visibly agitated when pressed on why he did not return the documents when asked. Trump's responses were evasive, focusing instead on his claims of declassification powers and attacking the Justice Department. Experts cited in the article express concern over Trump's behavior, suggesting it might indicate a consciousness of guilt or an attempt to control the narrative around his legal troubles. The sudden termination of the interview has raised alarms about Trump's temperament and his approach to legal accountability, with some commentators noting his apparent fear of being held accountable for his actions.

Read the Full New Republic Article at:
[ https://newrepublic.com/article/189412/transcript-abc-news-sudden-surrender-trumps-fury-alarms-experts ]

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