Michael Wolff claims Donald Trump will become 'more famous' by going to prison, Internet says 'let's test that theory'

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Political journalist Michael Wolff shared that a member of Donald Trump's own team had caught the former President making a false claim about his speech following his conviction in the criminal hush money trial on May 30, reported The Daily Beast.

Wolff was reportedly accompanied by James Truman in an episode of his inaugural podcast, 'Fire and Fury,' when he shared the remarks, adding that the presumptive GOP nominee had utilized his trial "for complete entertainment purposes," and being sent to prison would only be adding on to his popularity.

Trump's alleged lie about his post-verdict speech

According to Wolff, the former president had conversed with reporters outside the courthouse following his felony conviction, stating, "So he gives the speech, and by the time (his team members) are out waiting for the caravan, he says to somebody, ‘You know I’m hearing from everybody that’s the best speech I’ve ever given.’"

"Now, one of the people there then said to me, ‘That’s interesting because we were with him and he hadn’t heard from anybody,’” he added, claiming that the businessman was used to doing “completely preposterous” things and getting away with them.

Michael Wolff's reason for claiming imprisonment would help Trump's popularity

“Donald Trump. You can’t take your eyes off of him, you don’t want to take your eyes off of him," expressed Wolff, as he defined the former president's character as one who loved theatrics.

After his 34 convictions, Trump awaits his sentencing scheduled for July 11. Potential penalties include fines and up to four years in prison for each count.

“I think that if he did go to jail, he would figure out a way to make that his stage,” said the podcaster, claiming that the probable situation would give rise to more fear for those responsible for incarcerating the convict.

"That would be the effect that they would make him even more famous. Jail would become an extraordinary platform for him," he added.

Internet calls for Trump's imprisonment

Responding to Wolff's remarks, a user commented on the social media platform Facebook, "Yes...PLEASE...let's test that ‘prison may help’ theory!!"

"It will help us all to see him in an orange jumpsuit," jibed another. "I'd love for him to try it for 20 years 😄" chided a user.

"Let’s give it a try at least six months," quipped a user. "It will help my morale," noted another user.

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