The White House criticized former President Trump for likening the Biden administration to the Nazi-era Gestapo. Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates defended President Biden’s approach, emphasizing unity, democratic values, and a significant reduction in violent crime.

Trump, speaking at a Republican donor retreat, criticized the Biden administration and claimed his legal troubles were politically motivated. He referred to the administration as a “Gestapo administration,” drawing criticism for his use of language associated with dictatorships.

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, who attended the event, confirmed Trump’s comments and suggested that many Americans view Trump’s ongoing trial as politically motivated.

Trump’s remarks are the latest in a series of controversial statements, including claims that illegal immigrants were “poisoning the blood” of the nation and referring to his political opponents as “vermin.” These comments have drawn criticism for their similarity to the rhetoric of Hitler and Mussolini.