Donald Trump actually said...
I have President Putin. He just said it's not Russia. I will say this. I don't see any reason why it would be. I think Putin has been a very strong leader for Russia. I mean, he's been a lot stronger than our leader. That, I can tell you. I believe that President Putin really feels, and he feels strongly, that he did not meddle in our election. What he believes is what he believes.
Context
Trump defends Putin's leadership and denies Russian interference in the U.S. election.
01/26/2022