Trump expressed his surprise at being interviewed instead of giving a speech, stating, 'I got hoodwinked to go on that.' He praised the interviewer for not being overly nasty, contrary to his expectations.
During the conversation, he criticized The Wall Street Journal for their negative reporting about him, stating, 'The Journal has been wrong about everything,' reflecting his contempt for mainstream media narratives.
Trump remarked on the choice he faced during the interview - 'You have a choice. Walk out and don't do it... or go in and do it and hopefully win.' This illustrates his strategic thinking when engaging with media.
He noted Micklethwait's reputation as a tough interviewer and acknowledged the prestige of the venue, stating, 'It's a very prestigious place, everything was beautiful,' highlighting the significance of the occasion.
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