In a recent exchange on CNN, Brianna Keilar, a prominent news anchor, engaged in a probing conversation with Ty Cobb, a lawyer who had served in Donald Trump’s White House, regarding the former president’s reported measurements during his booking process. This moment arose in the context of Trump’s surrender at the Fulton County Jail, where he was subjected to the formalities of being fingerprinted and photographed.
Trump’s self-reported measurements of 6’3″ in height and 215 pounds in weight have raised eyebrows and skepticism among observers, as these figures seem to deviate from the norm. As Brianna Keilar guest-hosted “OutFront,” she seized the opportunity to discuss this matter with Ty Cobb, delving into the significance of Trump’s reported measurements.
Keilar, setting the stage for the conversation, pointed out that Trump’s mugshot was taken with an apparent air of defiance, as he chose not to smile, a calculated decision according to sources. The discussion then pivoted to the self-reported measurements, with Keilar questioning Cobb’s reaction to these figures.
Cobb, known for his association with the Trump administration, responded with a touch of humor, quipping about the absence of a reported 40-yard dash time in the 4.3-second range. However, when it came to Trump’s claimed weight of 215 pounds, Cobb expressed doubt, suggesting that the number was unlikely to be accurate.
Keilar, undeterred, probed further into the potential implications of Trump’s inaccurate self-reporting of his measurements. She asked whether this discrepancy held any “material value,” hinting at the possibility that it could reflect on Trump’s credibility or honesty.
Cobb’s response indicated that while Trump’s reported measurements might not hold immediate legal significance, they did provide an insight into the former president’s mindset and approach. He characterized Trump’s behavior as an attempt to present himself in a way that he believes would make him more appealing to others, underscoring Trump’s strategic nature in shaping his public image.
“So, Trump is now the first former president with a mugshot,” Keilar said. “Our sources say that he wanted to appear defiant in his photo, that he put a lot of thought into this. He chose not to smile. And that was obviously very purposeful here. Jail records listed him as 6’3″ and 215 pounds. Those are numbers that were self-reported. What is your reaction?”
“Well, I noticed he didn’t include his 40-yard dash time and make it in the 4.3 range,” Cobb joked. “So, I’m glad he could hold on that, but 215? No way.”
“What do you think about, though?” Keilar persisted. “Does that have any material value if you believe that he is not telling the truth?”
“No, no, not really,” he answered. “It’s just another insight into Trump’s psyche and how driven he is by whatever facts that he can get out that he thinks will make him more appealable to others.”
