Sophia Michaels
In 2017, David Muir conducted Donald Trump’s inaugural interview as president; however, it was Terry Moran who interviewed Trump again in April 2025, surprising some. Their ongoing conflict likely influenced this switch.
The rift between Trump and Muir intensified during the 2024 ABC News presidential debate. Muir confronted Trump on his dubious claims regarding migrants in Springfield, Ohio, notably disputing Trump’s assertions about pet-eating migrants. Muir firmly maintained his stance, stating he wasn’t relying on TV claims but rather on information from the city manager.
Trump expressed his displeasure with Muir’s fact-checking during a segment on “Gutfeld!”. He argued that his statements were accurate, and he felt wronged by Muir’s corrections. He claimed he chose not to respond aggressively in the moment as he aimed to embody an “elegant debater.” Yet, he later admitted regrets about this decision. Moreover, Trump also humorously criticized Muir’s hairstyle, reflecting on how it had changed over the years.
History of Trump and Muir
