DUP’s Paisley: I encouraged Trump by email

1,299 views · Published 14 November 2016 · 1:29 · Indexed 23 October 2026

Channel: BBC Sounds · 2016 · Film & Animation

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DUP MP Ian Paisley has revealed he was in regular contact with president-elect Donald Trump during the US election process.

Paisley, son of Sir Ian Paisley, said: “I got to know him through business, and I admired the man. I regularly contacted him via email and encouraged him and gave him my views.”

Donald Trump defeated opponent Hillary Clinton to become the 45th president of the United States.

“This was a serious project and the man can do whatever he wants. He wanted to contribute and give something back – in 30 years from now when this is being taught in history classes – this will be the year of revolution,” added the North Antrim MP.

This clip is originally from 5 live Daily on Wednesday 9 November 2016.

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