In a recent interview on "Sunday Morning Futures," former President Donald Trump voiced his concerns about the "enemy from within," asserting that this threat surpasses any external dangers posed by foreign countries. Trump specifically identified bureaucrats and certain political figures as individuals undermining his potential presidency.
Former President Donald Trump has expressed grave concerns about the "enemy from within," asserting that this internal threat poses a greater danger to national security than any foreign adversary. In an exclusive interview with "Sunday Morning Futures," Trump elaborated on his concerns and outlined measures he would implement to safeguard against potential sabotage from within.
"We have two enemies: We have the outside enemy, and then we have the enemy from within. And the enemy from within, in my opinion, is more dangerous than China, Russia and all these countries," Trump stated.
Trump Declares "Enemy From Within" More Threatening Than Foreign Adversaries
Trump identified current and former political figures as prime examples of this internal threat, particularly citing Representative Adam Schiff (D-CA). "I call him the enemy from within," Trump said of Schiff. "When you look at the danger he put our country in potentially with Russia — with a phony, made-up deal that he made up with Hillary and some bad people."
Trump referred to the House censure of Schiff for promoting unsubstantiated claims of collusion between Trump's 2016 presidential campaign and Russia. Schiff also played a central role in the first impeachment proceedings against Trump, which stemmed from a phone call Trump made to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Trump Declares "Enemy From Within" More Threatening Than Foreign Adversaries
Trump further criticized the mainstream media, specifically targeting a recent interview Vice President Kamala Harris gave to CBS News' "60 Minutes." Trump alleged that CBS edited the interview to conceal Harris's "incompetent" response to a question about Israel. He demanded that CBS and "60 Minutes" lose their licenses for this alleged manipulation.
Trump emphasized the importance of rooting out internal threats to protect the nation. "We have enemies within, they're plotting against us, they're trying to destroy our country," Trump said. "We have to get rid of these people."
Trump Declares "Enemy From Within" More Threatening Than Foreign Adversaries
Trump outlined several measures he would implement as president to counter internal threats. These include rigorous background checks for government officials, the establishment of an "Office of Internal Security," and increased surveillance of potential saboteurs.
Trump's concerns about the "enemy from within" have been met with mixed reactions. Some analysts share his belief that internal threats pose a significant risk to national security. Others argue that Trump is exaggerating the threat and using it to justify further crackdowns on political opponents.
Trump Declares "Enemy From Within" More Threatening Than Foreign Adversaries
Despite differing opinions on Trump's assessment, the question of internal threats remains a serious one. The former president's warnings highlight the importance of vigilance and accountability in safeguarding national interests against both external and internal adversaries.
