Mr Trump was seen pouting and petulant in a new video of his deposition tapes released by the New York Attorney General’s Office on Friday.
The former president is currently being sued by State Attorney General Letitia James for allegedly inflating the value of his real estate assets and others on financial statements to secure loans, thereby defrauding banks and insurers.
During the seven-hour deposition, which took place in April, Mr Trump is seen at times with his arms crossed and a displeased look on his face as his mood switches from calm to annoyed.
“I think you would’ve had nuclear holocaust if I didn’t deal with North Korea,” the former president told his interviewers. “I think you would’ve had a nuclear war if I weren’t elected and I think you might have a nuclear war now if you want to know the truth.”
Mr Trump has previously said that Ms James’ lawsuit against him, which was filed in September 2022, is a political “witch hunt”. A ruling is expected by the end of January.
The former president was seen campaigning in New Hampshire this week ahead of the state’s primary next week.