Video from a statement by Donald Trump
President Trump answers a question about Republican criticism of his diesel deal, speaking to reporters as he left the White House, Oct. 12, 2026.
Excerpt from 5:10 to 5:52 of the White House video. DI added its logo in the corner.
Video: The White House. Public domain (U.S. government work) (opens in a new tab)
Watch the full original video (opens in a new tab) (relevant passage: About 5:12, question about Republican criticism of the diesel agreement)
Trump rejects Republican criticism and says the diesel agreement is intended to help the wider market and American agriculture.
“Well, I think these are Republicans that can't really be serious.”