United States President Donald Trump has said he may never forgive some of his political opponents, even if forgiveness determines whether he goes to heaven or hell after death.
Trump made the remarks during an interview with CBS News’ 60 Minutes, which aired on Sunday. He was asked whether he could forgive his political enemies as part of the Christian belief in forgiveness.
When asked if he could forgive former FBI Director James Comey and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Trump said he did not think he could.
“I probably cannot do that, no, because I do hate some of my enemies, and I always will,” he said.
Trump described his political opponents as dishonest and harmful to the United States. He also accused them of using government institutions against him through investigations, criminal charges and impeachment proceedings.
The discussion followed a reference to the memorial service of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, where his widow, Erika Kirk, spoke about forgiveness after her husband was killed.
At the memorial, Trump had also said he hated his political opponents and did not wish them well.
During the CBS interview, Trump described himself as a religious person and said he hoped to go to heaven. However, he maintained that he could not genuinely forgive certain people he considers his enemies.
