During a meeting with an Australian delegation, President Donald Trump made a surprisingly direct statement to Australia’s ambassador, Kevin Rudd, saying, “I don’t like you and I probably never will.” This candid remark followed an earlier exchange where an Australian reporter questioned Trump about the impact of Rudd’s past comments on his views of the current administration.
Kevin Rudd, a former Prime Minister of Australia, had previously taken to social media in 2020 to label Trump as the “most destructive” president in U.S. history. Interestingly, Rudd later deleted these comments in November 2024, citing “respect” for the office of the president after Trump’s electoral victory.
The interaction highlighted a moment of tension as Trump, who initially seemed not to recognize Rudd, quickly made his feelings known once the ambassador identified himself. This candid exchange offers a glimpse into the personal dynamics that can play out on the international stage.