Former President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he is “not a fan” of Meghan Markle, but that he expects her to start her alleged presidential run for 2024.
Trump was asked in a Fox News interview with Maria Bartiromo about his thoughts on a possible candidacy for an executive position by Prince Harry’s American wife, after his successful interview with Oprah Winfrey.
“Well, I hope it happens because, if it did, I think I would have an even stronger feeling about the race,” said Trump.
“I am not a fan of hers. I think what she says about the royal family and the queen – I happen to think, I know the queen, as you know. I met the queen and I think the queen is an amazing person. And I’m not a fan of Meghan. “
Markle, 39, is reportedly engaging with Democrats and looking her own potential path to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, after an interview with Oprah on CBS in which she said the royal family was racist and did not support it.
Trump said during the TV interview that he will decide on a presidential race after the 2022 midterm elections. “Frankly, we will make our decision after that,” he said.
Markle opposed Trump’s presidential campaign in 2016 and seemed to endorse Biden in a campaign video with her husband.
In response, Trump said during a coronavirus briefing at the White House: “I wish Harry the best of luck, because he will need it”
Trump previously allied with Queen Elizabeth II during the so-called #Megxit family division.
Last year, Trump tweeted: “I am a great friend and admirer of the Queen and the United Kingdom. It was reported that Harry and Meghan, who left the Kingdom, would reside permanently in Canada. Now that they have left Canada for the United States, however, the United States will not pay for their security protection. They must pay! “