In a recent publication detailing the 2024 presidential campaign, an intriguing conversation between then-President-elect Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama, held during the funeral of the late President Jimmy Carter, has been revealed.
The book, titled "2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America," offers an inside look into the campaign and the interactions of key political figures.
According to the Western Journal, the book was penned by three journalists, Isaac Arnsdorf, Josh Dawsey, and Tyler Pager, who were on the front lines of the campaign, reporting for The Washington Post. Dawsey has since moved to The Wall Street Journal, while Pager is now affiliated with The New York Times.
The funeral of President Carter, held at the National Cathedral, saw Trump seated next to Obama. Amidst their congenial exchange, Trump extended an invitation to Obama for a round of golf, painting vivid pictures of his golf courses scattered across the globe, as reported in the book.
The interaction between the two presidents, however, seemed to elicit a reaction of apparent distaste from Vice President Kamala Harris, who was seated in the pew ahead of them. CNN's Kaitlan Collins highlighted the amicable exchange, noting the rarity of such moments, as both presidents were seen sharing smiles and laughter.
Forensic lip reader Jeremy Freeman was able to decipher a portion of the conversation between the two, as reported by the New York Post. Trump was heard telling Obama, "I can't talk, we have to find a quiet place sometime. This is a matter of importance, and we need to do this outside so that we can deal with it, certainly, today." He also mentioned having withdrawn from something due to certain conditions, although it was unclear what he was referring to. However, it is worth noting that Trump had previously pulled the U.S. out of the Iran nuclear deal and the Paris Climate Agreement, both of which were initiated under Obama's administration.
When questioned by Fox News White House correspondent Peter Doocy about the nature of his conversation with Obama, Trump did not provide a direct answer. Instead, he commented on the friendly demeanor they both displayed, stating, "It did look very friendly, I must say. I didn't realize how friendly it looked." He further added that he had a similar experience with "just about everybody" at the funeral, referring to the former presidents, vice presidents, and their spouses who were present.
Trump's comments suggest that despite differing political philosophies, there exists a level of mutual respect and camaraderie among these political figures. This sentiment was echoed in his statement, "We all got along very well."
The funeral was attended by a host of political dignitaries, including then-Vice President Harris and her husband Doug Emhoff, former President Bill and Hillary Clinton, former President George and Laura Bush, former Vice President Mike and Karen Pence, former Vice President Dan and Marilyn Qualye, and former Vice President Al Gore. Melania Trump, the wife of President Trump, was also present.
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