In a recent interview, former President Donald Trump referred to Democrats and others who have opposed or investigated him as “the enemy from within,” stating that they are more dangerous than major foreign adversaries such as Russia and China. Trump specifically targeted California representative Adam Schiff, whom he called a “lunatic” and labeled as the enemy from within. Trump emphasized the importance of handling these internal adversaries, as he believes they pose a greater threat than outside enemies that a “smart president” could easily manage. These comments echo remarks made at a recent rally where Trump referred to Schiff as “shifty Schiff” and accused him of being obsessed with undermining him. Schiff’s campaign responded to these attacks with a series of tweets dismissing Trump’s claims. The animosity between Trump and Schiff dates back to the congressman’s involvement as one of the impeachment managers in Trump’s first impeachment trial. House Republicans have also criticized Schiff, accusing him of misrepresenting Robert Mueller’s investigation. Trump has repeatedly attacked Schiff on various platforms, alleging improper investigations into his ties to Russia. As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Trump’s focus on internal adversaries like Schiff continues to play a prominent role in his campaign rhetoric.
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