
A private phone call between Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was unintentionally made public, revealing Trump’s confidence in his election prospects and sparking controversy. The call was leaked when Kennedy’s son, Robert F. Kennedy III, accidentally posted a video clip online.
In the conversation, Trump voiced his assurance of defeating Biden in the upcoming election. “We’re going to win; we’re way ahead of the guy [Biden],” Trump said, to which Kennedy Jr. responded affirmatively. The exchange was first reported by the Daily Mail, highlighting Trump’s belief in his lead.
Trump also shared details of a recent call with Biden, where he humorously misunderstood Biden’s question about his head movement during an assassination attempt. Trump explained that he turned his head to show Biden a chart on immigration. “I just turned my head to show the chart and something wrapped me. It sounded like a giant … like the world’s largest mosquito. … What do they call that? An AR-15 or something,” Trump said, adding humor to the situation.
Trump further encouraged Kennedy Jr. to take a strong stance on vaccines. “I would love you to do stuff, and I think it would be so big for you,” Trump said, suggesting that Kennedy’s involvement could be impactful.
The leak has led to strong reactions from Democrats, who accused Kennedy Jr. of colluding with Trump. DNC communications adviser Lis Smith claimed that Kennedy Jr. was a spoiler candidate supported by MAGA Republicans. “RFK Jr. was recruited to run by MAGA Republicans, his candidacy is funded by MAGA’s biggest donor, and now we learn he’s colluding with MAGA to help Donald Trump win,” Smith said.
Kennedy Jr. later apologized for the leaked video, explaining that he was being recorded by an in-house videographer when Trump called. “I should have ordered the videographer to stop recording immediately. I am mortified that this was posted. I apologize to the president,” he stated.
This leak has intensified scrutiny on the dynamics of the presidential race, raising questions about alliances and strategic moves in the battle for the White House.