Trump Jokes About ‘Strange Position’ in $230 Million Lawsuit Against His Own Justice Department
President Donald Trump made tongue-in-cheek remarks during his Friday night appearance in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, to spotlight his effort to seek roughly $230 million from the Justice Department over past federal investigations. He described the unusual situation of pursuing claims against an agency he now oversees.
In the speech, Trump revisited the 2022 FBI search of Mar-a-Lago, recounting his criticism of agents’ conduct during the operation. He claimed that personnel went through first lady Melania Trump’s belongings and left items in disarray. The president referred to officials involved as “thugs” and asserted his team had “all the evidence,” arguing the search was improper.
Trump then pivoted to his damages claim, joking that he is “winning” but faces a unique twist: “There’s only one problem,” he remarked.
“I’m the one that has to settle it,” he said, suggesting again that he could “give myself $1 billion” and donate it to charity before quipping he might keep the money.
He ultimately stated any proceeds would go to “good charities,” calling the scenario a “strange position to be in.”
Trump’s attorneys filed administrative claims in October seeking roughly $230 million from the Justice Department.
