In a candid conversation with AI researcher Lex Fridman on his podcast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised former U.S. President Donald Trump for his unwavering dedication to America, particularly in the face of an assassination attempt last year. PM Modi recalled Trump’s resilience on the campaign trail, emphasizing his determination despite the attack.
“When he was shot during the recent campaign, I saw the same resilient and determined President Trump, the one who walked hand-in-hand with me in that stadium. Even after being shot, he remained unwaveringly dedicated to America. His life was for his nation,” PM Modi said.
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Drawing parallels between Trump’s “America First” policy and his own “India First” approach, Modi highlighted their mutual commitment to prioritizing national interests. “His reflection showed his America First spirit, just as I believe in Nation First. I stand for India first and that’s why we connect so well,” he said.
Recalling their 2019 “Howdy Modi” event in Houston, Modi lauded Trump’s humility when he sat in the audience while the Indian Prime Minister addressed a packed stadium. “A massive crowd at an event in the US is a huge moment. Both of us delivered speeches and he sat down below listening to me speak. Now, that’s his humility. The President of the United States sitting in the audience while I spoke from the stage, that was a remarkable gesture on his part,” Modi said.
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Prime Minister Modi also reminisced about his first visit to the White House under Trump’s presidency, where Trump personally broke protocol to give him an informal tour. “He took me on a tour of the White House. As he showed me around, I noticed something striking, he wasn’t holding any notes or cue cards, nor was anyone accompanying him to assist.,” Modi said.
Even after Trump’s first term ended, Modi noted that their bond remained strong. “During these four years, whenever someone we both knew met him, he would always say, ‘Modi is my friend, convey my regards.’ That kind of gesture is rare,” he said.
PM Modi also noted that during his recent visit to the United States, he also met with several influential figures, including Tech billinore Elon Musk, US Vice President JD Vance; United States Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and American entrepreneur and politician, Vivek Ramaswamy.
