Trump shrugs off assassination attempts, remarking 'only consequential presidents get shot'

President Donald Trump discussed multiple assassination attempts against him with former lawyer Michael Cohen, quipping that “only consequential presidents get shot.” Trump acknowledged the danger of his job but stated he has “great people” ensuring his safety. Cohen, a former Trump critic, emphasized forgiveness following their first public conversation in nearly a decade.

• Donald Trump remarked that “only consequential presidents get shot” in response to discussions about assassination attempts.
• The interview with Michael Cohen touched upon reports of Trump secretly boarding a separate military jet due to an Iranian threat.
• Trump acknowledged his job is “dangerous” but expressed confidence in the people protecting him.
• Cohen, who was a key witness in cases against Trump and a frequent critic, reflected on forgiveness in a Substack post detailing the interview.