Donald Trump
Role at the time: U.S. president
Defended or excused
Statement summary
Trump expressed support for Flock cameras, citing their value to law enforcement in fighting crime.
“I like them.”
Watch the original video (opens in a new tab)President Trump gaggle on Air Force One, September 13, 2026Flock camera question at about 12:27; "But I like them" at about 12:44
Flock camera question at approximately 7 minutes 29 seconds
Archived copy (opens in a new tab)Why we used this label
The reference point is whether networked license-plate reader systems such as Flock should exist and be used. Trump said he likes Flock cameras. Expressing support for the cameras fits Defended.