The 85 Most Ridiculous Trump Quotes: The Best Donald Trump Quotes Revealed
There’s no denying it: Donald Trump is pure box office gold.
Whether you love him or can’t stand him, The Donald has an unmatched ability to generate headlines. From his days as a real estate mogul to his time in the White House, and now as he eyes another shot at the presidency, Trump has delivered some of the most jaw-dropping, head-scratching, and downright ridiculous quotes in modern American politics.If you are interested to read more funny quotes then visit our page.
Joe Biden might be running things now, but Trump is far from quiet. With the 2024 campaign heating up and Trump dominating Republican Party conversations, his quote catalog just keeps growing.So buckle up. We have compiled of the most ridiculous Trump quotes – the funny ones, the shocking ones, the ones that made you wonder if you heard correctly. These are the best Donald Trump quotes that sum up everything that makes Trump, well, Trump.
Trump Quotes on Politics & Policy
Trump on Domestic Policy
Donald J. Trump has never been shy about sharing his vision for America. Sometimes that vision is clear. Other times… not so much.
Here are some of his most memorable takes on domestic policy:
“I think if this country gets any kinder or gentler, it’s literally going to cease to exist.”
Playboy, March 1990
Nothing says American nationalism like warning that kindness will destroy the nation.
“We’re rounding ’em up in a very humane way, in a very nice way. And they’re going to be happy because they want to be legalized. And, by the way, I know it doesn’t sound nice. But not everything is nice.”
60 Minutes, 27/09/15
Trump’s take on immigration policy has always been… unique. This quote about deportation somehow manages to be contradictory in a single breath.
“[Overseas] we build a school, we build a road, they blow up the school, we build another school, we build another road, they blow them up, we build again. In the meantime we can’t get a fucking school in Brooklyn.”
Speech in Las Vegas, 28/04/11
One of the rare moments Trump dropped an F-bomb in public. His point about education and infrastructure got a bit lost in the delivery.
“I will be phenomenal to the women. I mean, I want to help women.”
Face the Nation, 09/08/15
When asked about women’s rights, Trump kept it simple. Very simple.
“Do you believe in punishment for abortion – yes or no – as a principle?” “The answer is there has to be some form of punishment.” “For the woman?” “Yeah, there has to be some form.”
MSNBC, 30/03/16
This abortion stance caused such a firestorm that Trump’s campaign had to walk it back within hours.
“It’s like in golf… A lot of people – I don’t want this to sound trivial – but a lot of people are switching to these really long putters, very unattractive… it’s weird. You see these great players with these really long putters, because they can’t sink three-footers anymore. And, I hate it. I am a traditionalist. I have so many fabulous friends who happen to be gay, but I am a traditionalist.”
New York Times, 01/05/11
Trump’s explanation of his views on gay marriage through a golf metaphor remains one of the most baffling political statements ever recorded.
Trump on Foreign Policy
When it comes to international relations, Trump’s approach has always been… unconventional.
“I will build a great, great wall on our southern border, and I will have Mexico pay for that wall. Mark my words.”
Campaign launch rally, 15/06/15
Perhaps the most famous Trump quote of all time. The wall became the symbol of his entire 2016 campaign. Mexico, for the record, did not pay for it.
“What I won’t do is take in two hundred thousand Syrians who could be ISIS… I have been watching this migration. And I see the people. I mean, they’re men. They’re mostly men, and they’re strong men. These are physically young, strong men. They look like prime-time soldiers. Now it’s probably not true, but where are the women?”
Face the Nation, 11/10/15
Trump’s views on Syrian refugees caused massive controversy. His description of them as “prime-time soldiers” didn’t help.
“They’re sending people that have lots of problems, and they’re bringing those problems with us. They’re bringing drugs. They’re bringing crime. They’re rapists. And some, I assume, are good people.”
Campaign launch rally, 15/06/15
This quote about Mexican immigration from his very first campaign speech set the tone for everything that followed. It remains one of his most controversial statements.
“When you see the other side chopping off heads, waterboarding doesn’t sound very severe.”
This Week with George Stephanopoulos, 02/08/16
Trump’s approach to terrorism and national security has always leaned toward the aggressive side.
“If you look at Saddam Hussein, he killed terrorists. I’m not saying he was an angel, but this guy killed terrorists.”
The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch, 2006
Not exactly the hot take on Middle East policy you’d expect from a future president.
“Donald J. Trump is calling for a total and complete shutdown of Muslims entering the United States until our country’s representatives can figure out what the hell is going on.”
Press release, 07/12/15
The infamous Muslim ban proposal. Trump referred to himself in third person while announcing one of his most divisive policy topics.
Trump on His Opponents
Trump has never met a political rival he couldn’t insult. Here are some of his best shots at the competition.
“If Hillary Clinton can’t satisfy her husband what makes her think she can satisfy America?”
Twitter, 16/04/15
Even by Trump standards, this tweet about his Democratic candidate opponent was jaw-dropping.
“The only card she has is the woman’s card. She’s got nothing else to offer and frankly, if Hillary Clinton were a man, I don’t think she’d get 5 percent of the vote. The only thing she’s got going is the woman’s card, and the beautiful thing is, women don’t like her.”
Vox, 26/04/16
Another memorable dig at Clinton during the 2016 campaign.
“Crooked Hillary Clinton is the worst (and biggest) loser of all time. She just can’t stop, which is so good for the Republican Party. Hillary, get on with your life and give it another try in three years!”
Twitter, 18/11/17
Trump couldn’t resist continuing the attacks even after winning.
“Jeb Bush said, ‘we were safe with my brother. We were safe.’ Well, the World Trade Center just fell down! Now, am I trying to blame him? I’m not blaming anybody. But the World Trade Center came down. So when he said, we were safe, that’s not safe.”
Fox News Sunday, 18/10/15
Bush never recovered from Trump’s constant attacks during the primaries.
“I never attacked him on his looks, and believe me, there’s plenty of subject matter right there.”
CNN Republican debate, 16/09/15
Trump’s shot at Rand Paul while claiming not to attack his looks. Classic Trump logic.
“[John McCain is]… not a war hero. He’s a war hero – he’s a war hero ’cause he was captured. I Like people that weren’t captured, OK, I hate to tell you.”
Iowa Family Leadership Summit, 18/07/15
This attack on a Vietnam War veteran and POW shocked even Trump’s supporters.
Trump Quotes About Himself
If there’s one topic Trump never tires of, it’s Trump. His ego and self-praise are legendary.
Trump on His Intelligence
Trump really, really wants you to know how smart he is.
“Sorry losers and haters, but my IQ is one of the highest – and you all know it! Please don’t feel so stupid or insecure, it’s not your fault.”
Twitter, 09/05/13
Nothing screams intelligence like insulting everyone who doubts yours.
“I’m intelligent. Some people would say I’m very, very, very intelligent.”
Fortune, 03/04/00
The triple “very” really drives it home.
“Nobody has better respect for intelligence than Donald Trump.”
CNN, 11/08/17
Trump referring to himself in third person while praising his own intelligence. Peak Trump.
“I think I could have stopped it because I have very tough illegal immigration policies, and people aren’t coming into this country unless they’re vetted and vetted properly.”
Hannity, 20/10/15
When asked if he could have prevented 9/11. Yes, really.
“Nobody knew health care could be so complicated.”
Washington Post, 27/02/17
Turns out health care reform is hard. Who knew? (Spoiler: Everyone knew.)
Trump on His Success
Trump’s wealth and business acumen are constant talking points.
“I’m the most successful person ever to run for the presidency, by far. Nobody’s ever been more successful than me. I’m the most successful person ever to run. Ross Perot isn’t successful like me. Romney – I have a Gucci store that’s worth more than Romney.”
Des Moines Register, 02/06/15
The Gucci store comparison is an all-timer.
“I say, not in a braggadocios way, I’ve made billions and billions of dollars dealing with people all around the world.”
CNN Republican debate, 16/09/15
“Not in a braggadocios way” he says, while absolutely bragging.
“I look very much forward to showing my financials, because they are huge.”
TIME, 14/04/11
Still waiting on those financials, by the way.
“Show me someone with no ego and I’ll show you a big loser.”
Trump: How To Get Rich, 2004
At least he’s self-aware about his massive ego.
“As a kid, I was making a building with blocks in our playroom. I didn’t have enough. So I asked my younger brother Robert if I could borrow some of his. He said, ‘Okay, but you have to give them back when you’re done.’ I used all of my blocks, then all of his blocks, and when I was done I had a great building, which I then glued together. Robert never did get those blocks back.”
Esquire, January 2004
Trump telling a story about scamming his brother out of blocks. And he seems proud of it.
Trump on His Physical Appearance
Yes, Trump has opinions about his looks too.
“To be blunt, people would vote for me. They just would. Why? Maybe because I’m so good looking.”
New York Times, 19/09/99
Confidence level: Trump.
“My fingers are long and beautiful, as, it has been well documented, are various other parts of my body.”
New York Post, 2011
We didn’t ask, but Trump told us anyway.
“I think Viagra is wonderful if you need it, if you have medical issues, if you’ve had surgery. I’ve just never needed it. Frankly, I wouldn’t mind if there were an anti-Viagra, something with the opposite effect. I’m not bragging. I’m just lucky. I don’t need it.”
Playboy, October 2004
Too much information, Donald. Way too much.
The Most Controversial Trump Quotes
Some Trump quotes go beyond ridiculous into truly problematic territory.
Trump on Women
Trump’s comments about women have filled entire news cycles.
“All of the women on The Apprentice flirted with me – consciously or unconsciously. That’s to be expected.”
Trump: How To Get Rich, 2004
The confidence is staggering.
“Certain guys tell me they want women of substance, not beautiful models. It just means they can’t get beautiful models.”
New York Times, 19/09/99
Trump’s dating advice nobody asked for.
“She does have a very nice figure… If [Ivanka] weren’t my daughter, perhaps I’d be dating her.”
The View, 2006
Easily one of the most uncomfortable Trump quotes ever. About his own daughter.
“I would never buy Ivana any decent jewels or pictures. Why give her negotiable assets?”
Vanity Fair, September 1990
Trump’s view on marriage and divorce strategy.
“.@arianahuff is unattractive both inside and out. I fully understand why her former husband left her for a man – he made a good decision.”
Twitter, 28/08/12
His attack on Arianna Huffington was particularly nasty.
“While @BetteMidler is an extremely unattractive woman, I refuse to say that because I always insist on being politically correct.”
Twitter, 28/10/12
Trump’s version of political correctness needs work.
“You could see there was blood coming out of her eyes. Blood coming out of her wherever.”
CNN, 08/08/15
His comment about Fox News host Megyn Kelly after a debate sparked outrage.
“You’re disgusting.”
New York Times, 28/07/15
What Trump said to a lawyer who asked for a break to pump breast milk.
Trump on Race & Religion
Trump quotes on race relations have been consistently problematic.
“I have a great relationship with African Americans, as you possibly have heard. I just have great respect for them. And they like me. I like them.”
The way he says “African Americans” like it’s a separate species is telling.
“Look at my African-American!”
Redding, California, 03/06/16
Yes, he actually said this at a rally. “My African-American.”
“We condemn in the strongest possible terms this egregious display of hatred, bigotry and violence on many sides. On many sides.”
Washington Post, 12/08/17
Trump’s response to the Charlottesville white supremacist rally. The “many sides” comment was widely condemned.
“I’m a negotiator, like you folks.”
Speech to the Republican Jewish Coalition, 03/12/15
His speech about Judaism relied heavily on stereotypes.
“I’m the least racist person you have ever interviewed.”
Press conference, 14/01/18
He’s said this many times. The fact he has to keep saying it is… interesting.
Trump on Immigration & Refugees
We’ve already covered some immigration trump quotes, but there are more.
“Why are we having all these people from shithole countries coming here?”
White House meeting, 11/01/18
The “shithole countries” comment about Haiti and African nations caused an international incident.
“I could stand in the middle of 5th Avenue and shoot somebody and I wouldn’t lose voters.”
Iowa rally, 23/01/16
His comment about his voter base loyalty was both shocking and, according to polls, probably accurate.
“What a crowd, what a turnout.”
Texas, 29/08/17
What Trump said to hurricane survivors in Texas. Reading the room has never been his strength.
Trump Quotes on Social Issues
Trump on Healthcare
Trump has strong opinions on healthcare, even if they’re not always well-informed.
“The U.S. cannot allow EBOLA-infected people back. People that go to far away places to help out are great – but must suffer the consequences!”
Twitter, 02/09/14
His take on the Ebola crisis was characteristically compassionate.
“We have it totally under control. It’s one person coming in from China. It’s going to be just fine.”
Interview, 22/01/2020
Trump’s first comment about COVID-19. This aged like milk in the sun.
Trump on Climate Change
Trump quotes is a famous climate change skeptic.
“The concept of global warming was created by and for the Chinese in order to make U.S. manufacturing non-competitive.”
Twitter, 06/10/12
One of the most famous Trump tweets ever. It’s not true, by the way.
“It’s really cold outside, they are calling it a major freeze, weeks ahead of normal. Man, we could use a big fat dose of global warming!”
Twitter, 19/10/15
Trump’s understanding of the difference between weather and climate is… limited.
Trump on Gun Control
Trump’s views on guns align with the conservative base.
“No matter what you do – guns, no guns – it doesn’t matter. You have people that are mentally ill. And they’re gonna come through the cracks. And they’re going to do things that people will not even believe are possible.”
Meet the Press, 04/10/15
His take on gun control basically boils down to “nothing will work.”
Trump’s Most Bizarre Quotes
Some Trump quotes defy categorization. They’re just… weird.
Trump on Pop Culture
Trump has opinions on everything, including TV shows and movies.
“Just tried watching Modern Family – written by a moron, really boring. Writer has the mind of a very dumb and backward child. Sorry Danny!”
Twitter, 13/06/13
Trump’s TV review of Modern Family. Creator Danny Zuker became a frequent Trump critic after this.
“My favourite part [of Pulp Fiction] is when Sam has his gun out in the diner and he tells the guy to tell his girlfriend to shut up. ‘Tell that bitch to be cool. Say: Bitch be cool.’ I love those lines.”
As quoted in TrumpNation: The Art of Being the Donald, 2005
Of all the great Pulp Fiction moments, this is what stuck with Trump.
Trump on Random Topics
Here’s where things get really weird.
“The concept of shaking hands is absolutely terrible, and statistically I’ve been proven right.”
Playboy, October 2004
Trump’s been a germaphobe for decades.
“I have never seen a thin person drinking Diet Coke.”
Twitter, 14/10/12
This from a man who reportedly drinks 12 Diet Cokes a day.
“In life you have to rely on the past, and that’s called history.”
Celebrity Apprentice
Thanks for the definition, Donald.
“I won’t do anything to take care of them. I’ll supply funds and she’ll take care of the kids. It’s not like I’m gonna be walking the kids down Central Park.”
Howard Stern interview, 2005
Trump’s approach to parenthood explained to Howard Stern.
Trump’s Most Confusing Quotes
Sometimes Trump’s words just… don’t make sense.
“I was down there, and I watched our police and our firemen, down on 7-Eleven, down at the World Trade Center, right after it came down”
Event in Buffalo, 19/04/16
He meant 9/11. He said 7-Eleven. The convenience store.
“Despite the constant negative press covfefe”
Twitter, 31/05/17
The covfefe tweet that broke the internet. To this day, nobody knows what he meant.
“We’re … increasing our budget by many billions of dollars, because of North Korea and other reasons, having to do with the anti-missile.”
CNN, 11/08/17
“The anti-missile” is not a thing.
“If you look at President Obama and other presidents, most of them didn’t make calls. A lot of them didn’t make calls. I like to call when it’s appropriate.”
Press conference, 16/10/17
This was about calling families of fallen soldiers. Obama definitely made those calls.
“What you’re seeing and what you’re reading is not what’s happening.”
VFW convention, 24/07/18
Literally telling people not to believe their own eyes and ears.
Trump Quotes on Other World Leaders
Trump’s foreign policy approach included some memorable comments about other leaders.
Trump on Kim Jong-Un
Trump’s relationship with the North Korean dictator was… complicated.
“Why would Kim Jong-un insult me by calling me ‘old,’ when I would NEVER call him ‘short and fat?’ Oh well, I try so hard to be his friend – and maybe someday that will happen!”
Twitter, 11/11/17
He called him short and fat while claiming he wouldn’t call him short and fat.
“North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un just stated that the ‘Nuclear Button is on his desk at all times.’ Will someone from his depleted and food starved regime please inform him that I too have a Nuclear Button, but it is a much bigger & more powerful one than his, and my Button works!”
Twitter, 02/01/18
Trump comparing nuclear weapons to… well, you know.
“[Kim Jong-Un] speaks and his people sit up at attention. I want my people to do the same.”
Fox & Friends, 15/06/18
Trump expressing admiration for a dictator’s control over his people. Totally normal.
Trum on Putin & Russia
Trump’s relationship with Vladimir Putin has been a constant source of controversy.
“Russia will have much greater respect for our country when I am leading it than when other people have led it…If Putin likes Donald Trump, I consider that an asset, not a liability, because we have a horrible relationship with Russia.”
Trump Tower Press Conference, 11/01/17
Trump’s defense of Putin praising him.
“So they’re investigating something that never happened.”
Press conference, 10/08/17
His dismissal of the Mueller investigation into Russian election interference.
Trump on Other Leaders
“There are those that say they have never seen the Queen have a better time, a more animated time.”
Interview, 07/05/2019
Trump’s description of his meeting with Queen Elizabeth. Palace sources suggested otherwise.
“Nigel Farage… one of the most powerful men in Europe… He’s a very non-controversial person, right? Very shy.”
Interview, 29/10/2020
Calling Nigel Farage “non-controversial” and “shy” might be the most inaccurate description ever.
Trump Quotes from His Presidency
Trump’s time in the White House produced countless memorable moments.
Trump on Being President
Turns out being president is hard work.
“I loved my previous life. I had so many things going. This is more work than in my previous life. I thought it would be easier.”
Reuters, 28/08/17
Trump discovering that being president is actually difficult.
“The line of ‘Make America Great Again,’ the phrase, that was mine, I came up with it about a year ago, and I kept using it, and everybody’s using it, they are all loving it. I don’t know, I guess I should copyright it, maybe I have copyrighted it.”
MyFox New York, March 2015
Fun fact: “Let’s Make America Great Again” was Ronald Reagan’s slogan first.
“Well, if I ever ran for office, I’d do better as a Democrat than as a Republican – and that’s not because I’d be more liberal, because I’m conservative. But the working guy would elect me. He likes me.”
Playboy, March 1990
Trump considered running as a Democrat back in 1990.
Trump on the Media
Trump’s relationship with the media has been… contentious.
“I think the big problem this country has is being politically correct. I’ve been challenged by so many people and I don’t, frankly, have time for total political correctness.”
Fox News Republican debate, 06/08/15
This became a rallying cry for his supporters.
“You know, I go to Washington and I see all these politicians, and I see the swamp. And it’s not a good place. In fact today I said we ought to change it from the word swamp to the word cesspool or, perhaps, to the word sewer.”
National Scout Jamboree, 24/07/17
Trump’s “drain the swamp” message to… the Boy Scouts.
Trump on His Administration
“I would bet if you took a poll in the FBI I would win that poll by more than anybody’s won a poll.”
Fox & Friends, 15/06/18
This after firing FBI Director James Comey.
“At least 24 players kneeling this weekend at NFL stadiums that are now having a very hard time filling up. The American public is fed up with the disrespect the NFL is paying to our Country, our Flag and our National Anthem. Weak and out of control!”
Twitter, 28/11/17
Trump’s ongoing battle with NFL players protesting police brutality.
Trump’s Most Outrageous Twitter Quotes
Before his Twitter suspension, Trump’s social media presence was legendary.
Trump’s Social Media Meltdowns
Trump tweets were a daily source of entertainment and outrage.
“Our country is in serious trouble. We don’t have victories any more. We used to have victories but [now] we don’t have them. When was the last time anybody saw us beating, let’s say, China, in a trade deal? They kill us. I beat China all the time. All the time.”
Campaign launch rally, 15/06/15
Trump’s opening campaign statement set the tone for everything.
“I have a great relationship with African Americans, as you possibly have heard. I just have great respect for them. And they like me. I like them.”
Anderson Cooper 360, 23/07/15
The repetitive phrasing makes this quote especially awkward.
Recent Trump Quotes (2024-2025)
Trump hasn’t slowed down in recent years.
Trump on His Legal Troubles
Trump faces multiple indictments and legal challenges.
“We are up BIG, but they are trying to STEAL the Election. We will never let them do it. Votes cannot be cast after the Polls are closed!”
Twitter, 04/09/2020
This election fraud claim sparked the events leading to January 6th.
His recent rally speeches continue to generate controversial quotes about his legal situation, calling prosecutions “witch hunts” and political persecution.
Trump on the 2024 Campaign
As Trump eyes another run at the presidency, his quotes keep coming.
His attacks on Joe Biden have intensified, and his campaign speeches remain as unpredictable as ever. Trump continues to dominate Republican primary conversations and maintains a loyal base.The MAGA movement remains strong, and Trump’s ability to generate viral moments hasn’t diminished.
Why Trump Quotes Matter
Love him or hate him, Donald Trump quotes have fundamentally changed American political discourse.
His unfiltered speech style broke every rule of traditional politics. Political correctness became a campaign issue. Twitter diplomacy became a thing. Rally speeches turned into entertainment events.
Trump proved that controversial statements don’t necessarily hurt a candidate – they can actually help build a loyal base. His bluntness resonated with millions of Americans tired of careful, poll-tested political speak.
Final Thoughts
There you have it – 85 of the most ridiculous Trump quotes that sum up the Trump presidency, his campaigns, and his larger-than-life personality.From border wall promises to covfefe typos, from attacks on opponents to praise of dictators, from climate change denial to COVID-19 downplaying – Trump’s quotes reveal a man who never learned to use a filter. If you are curious to reading Funny Gambling Quotes then must visit our page.
These are just a fraction of the Trump quotes out there. The man has been giving interviews, making speeches, and firing off thoughts for decades. This collection of the best Donald Trump quotes could easily be doubled or tripled.As Trump continues his political career and potentially runs for president again, you can bet this list will keep growing. Check back regularly – we’ll be updating it as new ridiculous Trump quotes emerge .If you are interested to reading Funny Dog Quotes then must visit our page.
