Former White House aide Alyssa Farah Griffin revealed during a Mediaite podcast that former President Donald Trump had talked about "executing people" during his tenure.

The conversation with Farah concerning the topic of executions has ignited new concerns among some about Trump's potential second term and possible designs on revenge, as Newsweek reports.

Griffin, who oncec served as the White House director of strategic communications, discussed these alarming comments in detail during her appearance on the Press Club podcast with editor-in-chief Aidan McLaughlin.

Her revelations have raised significant apprehensions about what a possible second term for Trump might entail, particularly in terms of his temperament and policies.

Former Aide Details Troubling Comments

Griffin explained that Trump's comments about "executing people" were made during his presidency, emphasizing the severity of his words and the potential implications for his leadership style if re-elected. Griffin left the administration in early December 2020 after Trump lost the election to Joe Biden.

William Barr, the former attorney general under Trump, provided additional context during an interview. Barr recounted an incident in which Trump was extremely angry about a story leak concerning his retreat to a bunker during the George Floyd protests.

However, Barr did not recall Trump specifically mentioning "executing," though he did acknowledge Trump's tendency to lose his temper and make extreme statements.

"I remember [Trump] being very mad about that," Barr said. "I actually don't remember him saying 'executing,' but I wouldn't dispute it."

Concerns Over a Possible Second Term

Barr further commented on Trump's behavior, noting that while Trump often said things to blow off steam, it was unlikely he would have acted on such extreme statements. "I doubt he would've actually carried it out," Barr stated, suggesting that people sometimes took Trump's comments too literally.

Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Trump, responded to Griffin's claims in an email to Newsweek. Cheung highlighted Trump's belief that "the best revenge is the success and prosperity of all Americans," downplaying the former president's more aggressive rhetoric.

Griffin's warnings come as Trump continues to challenge the results of the 2020 election, which he claims was marred by widespread voter fraud, despite a lack of evidence supporting these allegations. Her departure from the administration was closely followed by her testimony before the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol unrest and Trump's role in it.

Trump's Legal Troubles and Public Statements

Trump faces four felony counts related to the Capitol riot. He has pleaded not guilty to these charges, asserting that the case against him is politically motivated. This legal battle adds another layer of complexity to his potential 2024 presidential run.

Since leaving the White House, Griffin has been vocal in her criticism of Trump. She currently serves as a co-host on The View and contributes to CNN. Her public statements and media appearances have kept the focus on Trump's controversial actions and statements during his presidency.

In a recent phone interview with Newsmax, Trump was thought to have hinted at the possibility of imprisoning his political opponents if he were to return to the White House. He referenced his 2016 campaign against Hillary Clinton, denying that he ever called for her imprisonment, despite previous public statements suggesting otherwise.

Trump's Past and Future Statements

"Wouldn't it really be bad?... Wouldn't it be terrible to throw the president's wife and the former secretary of state—think of it, the former secretary of state -- but the president's wife into jail?" Trump remarked, adding, "But they want to do it. It's a terrible, terrible path that they're leading us to, and it's very possible that it's going to have to happen to them."

These comments, coupled with Griffin's revelations, paint what some say is a concerning picture of Trump's potential future actions and his ongoing influence on American politics. Trump's past legal issues also continue to shadow his political aspirations. Last month, he was found guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. His legal team plans to appeal the verdict, with sentencing scheduled for July 11.

Conclusion

The recent comments by Alyssa Farah Griffin have reignited debates about former President Donald Trump's leadership style and his potential return to the White House.

Her account, supplemented by additional context from William Barr, underscores the divisive and often volatile nature of Trump's presidency.

As Trump faces ongoing legal battles and continues to assert his influence in the political arena, the implications of his rhetoric and actions remain a focal point of national discussion.