[Jake Tapper of CNN interviewed Donald Trump via text messages on October 4, 2025. During a 107-second segment on CNN, Tapper reviewed the chain of text messages with screen shots. He stated there were further questions not answered, but indicated the text messages displayed were the complete interview with responses. The following is a transcript of the text messages as they appeared on screen on CNN. Source: https://cqrc.al/cnn-20251004]
What happens if Hamas insists on staying in power in Gaza?
Complete Obliteration!
I assume you saw that Lindsey Graham interpreted Hamas' response as a rejection since they insisted on "no disarmament, keeping Gaza under Palestinian control and tying hostage release to negotiations." Is he wrong?
We will find out. Only time will tell!!!
When will you know if they're truly committed or just stringing the world along? And is Netanyahu on board with ending the bombing as you called for and whatever else you need him to do to make this peace proposal a reality?
Yes on Bibi. Soon on rest!
I thought the Arab League calling on Hamas to not be part of any future leadership in Gaza/Palestine a remarkable step. Are they committed to seeing your plan implemented and will they help with funding and a law enforcement presence of whatever is needed?
I hope your vision for peace becomes a reality.
I HOPE! Working hard.
How do you think the government shutdown is going to end?
Good. We are winning, and cutting costs, big time!