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Trump claims he eclipses Hitler, Genghis after Iran pact

6/18/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump amplified a self-praising passage attributed to self-styled “presidential historian” Dave King while aboard Air Force One.
The Truth Social post claimed Trump’s reach exceeds that of Hitler and Genghis Khan and said Alexander the Great, the Caesars and Napoleon lacked modern logistics, technology and economic power.
Trump shared the message hours after signing a controversial agreement intended to end the unpopular war with Iran.

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U.S. President Donald Trump amplified a self-praising passage attributed to self-styled “presidential historian” Dave King while aboard Air Force One.
The Truth Social post claimed Trump’s reach exceeds that of Hitler and Genghis Khan and said Alexander the Great, the Caesars and Napoleon lacked modern logistics, technology and economic power.
Trump shared the message hours after signing a controversial agreement intended to end the unpopular war with Iran.