Fred Trump III, the nephew of former President Donald Trump, announced his support for his uncle’s opponent, Kamala Harris, during an appearance on “The View.” He cited Harris’ policies as the reason for his endorsement and indicated his willingness to campaign for her if asked. The Harris campaign acknowledged the offer, sharing a clip of the endorsement on social media. Fred Trump’s memoir, “All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way,” was released on the same day as his appearance on the talk show. This is the second tell-all book from a member of the Trump family, following Mary Trump’s “Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World’s Most Dangerous Man” in 2020.
Excerpts from Fred Trump’s book revealed damaging anecdotes about the former president, including allegations that he used racist language and expressed cold views towards disabled people. Trump’s nephew recounted an incident where he tried to lobby the White House on behalf of all disabled individuals in the U.S., only to be met with a callous response from his uncle. Donald Trump allegedly suggested that disabled individuals should just die due to the expenses they incur. Fred Trump also detailed another encounter where his son’s medical fund was running out, and Trump seemingly suggested that he should let his son die and move to Florida.
In an interview to promote his book, Fred Trump described his uncle as “atomic crazy.” Although he refrained from labeling Trump as a racist, he acknowledged that the former president has expressed views that are similar to those of racist individuals. The Trump campaign has vehemently denied the allegations made in the book, particularly the claim that Trump used racist language. However, they have not addressed the accusations regarding Trump’s views on disabled individuals. The media has reached out to the campaign for clarification on this matter.
The revelations from Fred Trump’s memoir shed further light on the controversial and divisive nature of the former president. His family members have now come forward with their own accounts of his behavior and attitudes, painting a troubling picture of his character. The endorsements for Kamala Harris and the criticisms of Trump’s actions from within his own family add to the ongoing scrutiny and debates surrounding his presidency. The book’s release and subsequent media coverage have sparked a new wave of discussions about the Trump legacy and the impact of his time in office.
