Mike Tyson Says Donald Trump Is Treated The Same Way As Black People 'In The Press' And 'In Court'
It seems the former world heavyweight boxing champ sees himself in Republican nominee Donald Trump.
Mike Tyson defended the former president by suggesting that the legal system treats him similarly to how the system treats Black people in America. Tyson, known as "Iron Mike," made intriguing comments during his interview with 'Semafor' published last week.
Reportedly, some Black sports icons "see strength" in Trump due to the relatable circumstances they share — which Trump himself has also pointed out.
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"No, it won't be part of my message," Trump said, who once compared himself to Nelson Mandela, boasted that "the Black population" loved seeing his mugshot in Fulton County, and is regularly accused of reinforcing negative stereotypes by Democrats for personal gain.
"I think it's through osmosis. They [Black people] see what's happening. And a lot of them feel that similar things have happened to them. I mean, they've expressed that to me very plainly and very clear. They see what's happened to them," Trump, 78, explained.
Per the media outlet, Trump stood by Tyson in the 1990's when he was put behind bars on rape charges, which he has continuously denied, alleging that the sexual relations were consensual. His then-wife, Robin Givens, alleged he was "violent" and "destructive" in her divorce papers. However, the 44th president went on record calling the conviction "a travesty" in a 1992 radio interview, per 'CNN.'
"If I never saw Donald Trump and didn't know he was white, I would think that he was Black," Tyson said during his interview. "The way they were treating him in the papers and in the press? Think about that, the way they treat him in court? That's the way they did Black people."
In other Tyson news, his new challenger — YouTuber turned boxer — Jake Paul, achieved TKO victory over his opponent Mike Perry Saturday, leading him to call out the 58-year-old former heavyweight.
"Mike, I love you, but this is my sport now. You're a legend," he said. "You're one of the two most famous boxers to ever live - you and Muhammad Ali. It's an honor to get in the ring with you. I'm so, so honored, you're a legend. But I'm going to take your throne, brother."
Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's highly-anticipated match was delayed after Tyson suffered an ulcer flare up on May 15. The two are now set to step in the ring for a showdown on November 15.
