Stefanik defends Trump's 'destroy civilization' remark

Republican Representative Elise Stefanik, a prominent Trump supporter, has defended President Donald Trump's recent remarks about 'destroying a civilization' during a live CNN interview. The comments, which have sparked controversy, mark a notable shift for Stefanik, who has previously been quick to label criticism of Israel as antisemitic. The exchange highlights the domestic political fallout from Trump's aggressive foreign policy rhetoric, particularly regarding the Middle East.