Trump on arrival at G7 meeting: ‘I’m the boss’
President Donald Trump arrived late to a G7 meeting in France on Wednesday. He told other world leaders "I'm the boss" as he entered the session. Trump later described the remark as a light-hearted joke in an Axios interview.
What changed
Trump has now provided an explanation for his viral comment during an interview.
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Trump Describes G7 "I'm the Boss" Comment as Joke
confidence 100%President Donald Trump arrived late to a G7 meeting in France on Wednesday. He told other world leaders "I'm the boss" as he entered the session. Trump later described the remark as a light-hearted joke in an Axios interview.
What's confirmed:
- Donald Trump arrived late to a G7 meeting in France on Wednesday.
- Trump told other world leaders "I'm the boss" upon his arrival.
- Trump stated in an Axios interview that the comment was a joke and not a literal assertion of authority.
- The G7 leaders were already seated and discussing economic issues when Trump entered the room.
Still unconfirmed:
- The comment generated laughter among the world leaders.
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Trump Claims 'I'm the Boss' During G7 Summit in France
confidence 90%President Donald Trump arrived late to a G7 session in Evian-les-Bains, France, on Wednesday. Upon arrival, he told world leaders, "I'm the boss." The summit included discussions on an Iran agreement and criticisms of Israel.
What's confirmed:
- Donald Trump stated "I'm the boss" upon arriving at a G7 meeting in France.
- President Trump arrived late to a G7 session on Wednesday morning in Evian-les-Bains, France.
- Trump defended an Iran deal and criticized Israel as the G7 summit ended.
Still unconfirmed:
- Trump's arrival was described as bizarre by some sources.
- World leaders laughed awkwardly at Trump's comments.