PM Modi Praises Trump’s Resilience and ‘America First’ Spirit in Lex Fridman Podcast

In a wide-ranging conversation, Modi highlighted Trump's courage during an assassination attempt and drew parallels between their shared 'nation first' ideologies.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during an interview with Lex Fridman, lauded US President Donald Trump's resilience following an assassination attempt during his election campaign last year.
Modi recalled the 2019 'Howdy Modi' event in Houston, where Trump joined him in walking through a packed stadium, showcasing mutual trust and courage.
The Prime Minister praised Trump’s 'America First' approach, likening it to his own 'India First' philosophy, which he said strengthens their connection as leaders.
Modi shared memories of his first visit to the White House, where Trump broke protocol to personally guide him on an impromptu tour, demonstrating his respect for the presidency and American history.
The podcast marked Modi's first appearance on an international platform of this kind, where he also described Trump as more prepared and focused in his second presidential term.