Trump jokes about banning fishing, calls presidential power 'insane'

US President Donald Trump called the power of his office "crazy" and joked he could ban fishing nationwide with a single decision. Trump made the remarks at a White House dinner with hunting and fishing industry representatives, according to The Independent. He joked about banning fishing to hurt Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris, before noting the president's authority is "insanity." In fact, Trump signed executive orders that day expanding access to federal lands for hunting and fishing. The orders also direct agencies to ease restrictions on recreational marine fishing and simplify permitting procedures.