With a query on January 6, CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins tried to surprise former President Donald Trump.
Trump had a surprise up his sleeve for the CNN town hall on Wednesday, so he was prepared.
“When they went to the Capitol and they were breaking into the Capitol, smashing windows, injuring police officers, why did it take you three hours to tell them to go home?” Collins asked.
“I don’t believe it did. Oh, let me pull it out. I have to pull it out,” As he spoke, Trump pulled a bundle of papers from his jacket.
“On January 5, the day before, I said, ‘Please support our Capitol Police and Law Enforcement. They are truly on the side of our Country. Stay peaceful!’”
Trump read aloud a tweet that was sent at roughly 2:38 p.m. Eastern time at the time of the incursion. According to NPR, this intrusion happened somewhere between 1:30 and 2:00 p.m.
Trump tweeted again to the participants about the Capitol invasion 45 minutes after his initial remark.
“I am asking for everyone at the U.S. Capitol to remain peaceful. No violence! Remember, WE are the Party of Law & Order — respect the Law and our great men and women in Blue. Thank you!” Trump wrote at the time.
The Trump rejected Collins’ denials, but he stuck by his first comments. Even printed copies were brought for exhibit to the CNN audience.
At the Truth Social event on Monday morning, Trump makes a possible conflict implication.
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He forewarned that it may turn into a “disaster for all.”
“I’ll be doing CNN tomorrow night, LIVE from the Great State of New Hampshire, because they are rightfully desperate to get those fantastic (TRUMP!) ratings once again. They made me a deal I couldn’t refuse!!!” Trump wrote.
“Could be the beginning of a New & Vibrant CNN, with no more Fake News, or it could turn into a disaster for all, including me. Let’s see what happens? Wednesday Night at 8:00!!!”
