An Interview With the President

An Interview With the President

The New York Timesworld

Key Points:

  • Four New York Times White House reporters conducted an extended interview with President Trump in the Oval Office on January 8, 2026, discussing various topics including his views on authority and international law.
  • President Trump emphasized that he considers himself the ultimate authority on the limits of his powers, rather than international laws or treaties.
  • The interview was led by David E. Sanger, a seasoned national security correspondent for The New York Times with over 40 years of experience covering foreign policy and national security.
  • The interview is available as part of The Daily podcast series, which offers transcripts and additional political coverage through various platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
  • The New York Times team involved in the interview includes reporters Zolan Kanno