Trump Blasts DOJ and Biden in Closed-Door House GOP Session

Former President Donald Trump delivered a spirited address to House Republicans on Thursday, where he launched sharp criticisms against his political adversaries and extolled the accomplishments of his allies.

According to sources present at the gathering, Trump’s speech included scathing remarks aimed at the Department of Justice (DOJ), which he described as “dirty, no good bastards.”

Former President Trump criticized his successor on policy and personality in a closed-door meeting with House Republicans. (Getty Images)

During the meeting, Trump reportedly highlighted the various legal challenges and prosecutions he has faced, characterizing them as politically motivated attempts to derail his presidency.

One Republican lawmaker, speaking to Fox News Digital, recounted Trump’s assertion that his legal battles had inadvertently boosted his fundraising efforts and popularity among supporters.

“He said, ‘They had a saying that we’re going to indict this guy into the White House,'” the GOP lawmaker disclosed, reflecting Trump’s defiance amid ongoing legal scrutiny.

The former president did not hold back in his critique of President Joe Biden, labelling him the “worst president in history” and deriding him as a “dope.” Sources indicated that Trump seized on several policy issues during his address, including military strategy, trade relations, and abortion policies.

Speaker Mike Johnson invited Trump alongside the other House GOP leaders. (Getty Images)

Representative Eric Burlison of Missouri echoed Trump’s concern over Biden’s handling of international relations, particularly noting the presence of Russian warships near Cuba. Burlison conveyed Trump’s dismay over the situation, portraying it as evidence of Biden’s perceived weakness on the global stage.

“President Trump should just be banging Biden over the head every day on the fact that you are not willing to give our troops a pay raise,” remarked Representative Mike Garcia of California, underscoring Trump’s criticism of the White House’s stance on military funding.

In addition to national security, Trump reportedly urged Republicans to sharpen their messaging on abortion, emphasizing its electoral significance.

He warned that the GOP had previously suffered electoral setbacks due to insufficient focus on the issue, accusing Democrats of maintaining “radical” stances on late-term abortion.

Rep. Mike Garcia said Trump advocated for his plan to give pay raises to service members. (Getty Images)

Sources familiar with the meeting affirmed that Trump’s address touched on various topics, resonating with House Republicans who viewed his engagement as invigorating and strategic.

The former president’s remarks on policy and political strategy were seen as rallying cries ahead of the upcoming electoral cycle.

Trump’s critique of the Biden administration’s defence policy, specifically the threat to veto the defence policy bill that included military pay raises, struck a chord among Republican lawmakers. His assertion that this issue could be pivotal in future elections underscored his ongoing influence within the party.

While Trump’s speech energized his base and garnered positive feedback from attendees, it also underscored his continuing influence within the Republican Party.

His ability to galvanize support and shape the party’s agenda remains significant as the GOP prepares for future electoral challenges.

Fox News Digital reached out to the White House and the Trump campaign for comment on the former president’s remarks, but there was no immediate response.

As Trump continues to weigh in on national issues and influence political discourse, his speeches to Republican audiences serve as crucial moments in shaping party strategy and messaging.