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Donald Trump just said:

"I'm not looking to go back into the past."

His new strategy? Unite America through prosperity.

He just revealed his blueprint for the next 4 years in an interview with NBC...

And these are his 11 revelations that will define America's future:🧵 Image
1. A complete reversal on tariffs

Trump calls tariffs "the most beautiful word."

His plan? Impose tariffs of "about 25%" on Mexico and Canada unless they stop illegal immigration.

He's already tested this approach:
2. A radical shift in foreign policy

Trump's putting NATO membership on the line.

His exact words: "If they're paying their bills and if I think they're treating us fairly, I'd stay with NATO."

Currently, Europe contributes $100B while the US pays $350B.

This connects to his next move:
3. Ukraine policy overhaul

Trump claims staggering casualties: "Russia's lost probably 500,000. Ukraine's lost higher than they say, probably 400,000."

His stance? Europe must match US contributions.

But domestically, his plans are even more dramatic:
4. Mass deportation strategy

Trump's new approach is systematic:

• First focus: "We have to get the criminals out"
• Second: People from mental institutions
• Then: Others who entered illegally

But with one major exception:
5. Protection for Dreamers

Trump wants to work with Democrats on DACA.

His words: "The Dreamers are going to come later... many of these are middle-aged people now. They don't even speak the language of their country."

A significant shift from before.

But there's more:
6. Healthcare evolution

The "repeal and replace" stance has changed.

Trump now says: "I made it as good as we can make it" regarding Obamacare.

His admission: "Sometimes I regret it. But I did the right thing from a human
standpoint."

Then came another surprise:
7. Healthcare industry meetings

Trump confirms a recent Mar-a-Lago meeting with:

• Drug companies
• RFK Jr.
• Dr. Oz

Their focus? Drug prices and healthcare costs.

But his most controversial plan involves justice:
8. January 6th pardons

Trump says he's "most likely" pardoning J6 defendants.

His words: "Those people have suffered long and hard... their lives have been destroyed."

Exception: "If somebody was radical crazy."

But there's a bigger shift:
9. No retribution investigations

Despite previous statements, Trump says he's "not interested" in investigating:
• Joe Biden
• The "Deep State"
• 2020 election

His focus: "I'm not looking to go back into the past."

This leads to his boldest claim:
10. Unity through prosperity

Trump's new message: "I'm gonna treat you every bit as well as I have treated the greatest MAGA supporters."

His theory? Economic success will unite the country.

But there's one final revelation:
11. Family changes

Unlike his first term, Trump told his children:

"Don't come in, don't come in."

Why?

"No matter what they did, they did such a great job... but I say just go have fun, do your business."
The key lesson from Trump's interview isn't about politics.

It's about the power of clear communication and personal brand.

Trump won the presidency by sharing his unfiltered thoughts on a global stage.

He knows how to command attention — and his brand is undeniable:
By going on podcasts, sharing his thoughts on X & being unapologetically himself...

His audience felt like they truly knew him. His personal brand built trust at scale.

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