In an interview with NBC’s Meet The Press, Donald Trump gave his views on a wide-range of topics including the Ukraine war, the possibility of a China invasion of Taiwan, US abortions and interest rates.
Donald Trump has faced questions on US television about his current legal woes and what he would do if he wins the presidency for a second time.
He is currently favourite to claim the Republican nomination and take on the Democrats in November 2024.
Here are 10 key takeaways from the wide-ranging Meet The Press interview on NBC.
1. Ukraine and how to end the war
Mr Trump did not spell out exactly how he would pursue the end of the war between Ukraine and Russia «because if I did… I lose all my bargaining chips».
«But I would say certain things to [Vladimir] Putin. I would say certain things to [Volodymyr] Zelenskyy, both of whom I get along,» he added.
Asked if he would push for a deal that allowed the Russian president to keep Ukrainian territory, Trump said «no, no, no, no».
«I’d make a fair deal for everybody,» he said.
2. Appreciation for Putin comment
Mr Trump expressed appreciation for a remark Putin recently made.
The Russian leader said: «We surely hear that Mr Trump says he will resolve all burning issues within several days, including the Ukrainian crisis. We cannot help but feel happy about it.»
In response, Mr Trump said: «Well, I like that he said that.
«Because that means what I’m saying is right. I would get him into a room. I’d get Zelenskyy into a room. Then I’d bring them together. And I’d have a deal worked out. I would get a deal worked out. It would’ve been a lot easier before it started.»
Mr Trump has long declined to overly-criticise Mr Putin, and in February 2022 he called the Ukraine invasion «genius» and «savvy».
3. Trump won’t rule out sending troops to Taiwan if China invades
Mr Trump said the option of sending US forces to defend Taiwan against China remains open.
But he would not commit to this policy, unlike Democrat President Joe Biden.
