Trump does not dismiss possibility of political violence if he loses, and other highlights from his Time interview

Former President Donald Trump has once again made headlines with his controversial remarks in a recent interview with Time magazine. Trump, the presumptive GOP nominee, refused to dismiss the potential for political violence from his supporters if he isn’t elected in November, suggesting it would depend on the outcome of the presidential race.

In the wide-ranging interview, Trump also discussed his baseless election conspiracies, promising to pardon the hundreds of people sentenced for crimes committed during the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. He doubled down on his refusal to accept the results of an election or commit to conceding defeat, a pattern that has characterized his political career.

Trump’s latest remarks on abortion also raised eyebrows, as he refused to say whether he would veto a federal abortion ban and suggested that states should decide on punishments for women who undergo abortions where it’s banned. President Joe Biden’s campaign immediately seized on Trump’s comments, warning of the potential consequences of his stance on abortion rights.

Additionally, Trump rekindled criticism of Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, blaming him for security lapses that failed to stop an attack by Hamas. Trump’s tepid calls for the release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who has been detained in Russia on espionage charges, also drew attention.

Overall, Trump’s latest interview with Time magazine has once again stirred controversy and raised concerns about his positions on key issues such as election integrity, abortion rights, and foreign policy. The former president’s refusal to accept defeat and his willingness to stoke political tensions continue to be a source of division and debate in the political landscape.