The most basic duty of government is to defend the lives of its own citizens. Any government that fails to do so is a government unworthy to lead.

I've even said to other countries - I've said, "Listen, you're charging us a lot. We're going to charge you the same thing." They shrug their shoulders. They can't fight it.

Barack Obama was born in the United States, period.

Nobody has asked me if I support [Paul] Ryan.

I have been very concerned about media bias and the total dishonesty of the press. I think new media is a great way to get out the truth.

I've just landed having returned from a very important and special meeting with the President of Mexico, a man I like and respect very much. And a man who truly loves his country, Mexico.

In America, we have the greatest businesspeople in the world. We have to use them to negotiate our trade deals.