In a recent government meeting, former President Donald Trump expressed strong criticisms of military leaders and current border policies, asserting that he had the best border security in U.S. history during his administration. Trump claimed that the withdrawal from Afghanistan was mishandled, attributing blame to former Defense Secretary James Mattis and General Mark Milley, whom he stated he would have fired if time had allowed. He described the Afghanistan withdrawal as \"the most embarrassing day in the history of our country,\" emphasizing that military personnel should have been extracted after civilians.

Trump also addressed the current state of the U.S. border, stating that it has deteriorated significantly under the Biden administration. He claimed to have received endorsements from border patrol agents, who he said labeled Vice President Kamala Harris as \"the worst\" in her role regarding border issues. He characterized the current border situation as the \"worst border in history of any country.\"

Additionally, Trump defended controversial statements he made about immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, suggesting that the influx of people into small towns creates significant challenges. He dismissed claims that his comments had been debunked, insisting that the situation was unfair to local residents.

On the topic of media integrity, Trump criticized the lack of fact-checking in journalism today, claiming that reputable practices have diminished over the years. He expressed frustration with how his statements are reported, alleging that news outlets like The New York Times publish false narratives about him.

The meeting highlighted Trump's ongoing influence in political discourse, particularly regarding military and immigration policies, as well as his contentious relationship with the media.