A resurfaced video from nearly two decades ago is stirring conversation online, as it shows Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer speaking highly of Donald Trump during an episode of The Apprentice.
In the clip, filmed in 2006, Schumer is seen praising Trump’s early ambition, saying he always believed Trump “was going to go places.” The segment was recorded at a hotel in Washington, D.C., where Schumer met with contestants and shared personal anecdotes linking his family’s history in construction with Trump’s own Brooklyn roots.
At the time, their interaction appeared cordial and respectful— a stark contrast to the combative relationship the two have today. In recent years, Schumer has emerged as one of Trump’s fiercest critics, frequently challenging his leadership and policies. Trump has likewise launched pointed attacks against Schumer, criticizing his political stances and public remarks.
The viral clip has reignited debate about the evolution of political alliances and how past comments can resurface with new weight in today’s political climate.