President Donald Trump is facing backlash following a remark made during a wide-ranging interview on NBC News’s Meet the Press in which he appeared uncertain about his constitutional obligations.
When asked by host Kristen Welker whether he believed he was required to uphold the U.S. Constitution as president, Trump responded, “I don’t know.” The comment has drawn strong criticism from political observers and legal experts who say it reflects a troubling disregard for the oath of office, which mandates defending the Constitution.