In a recent interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, former Trump White House lawyer Jim Schultz expressed his disagreement with former President Donald Trump's mention of the 2017 neo-Nazi rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, during a rant outside the courthouse where his hush money trial is taking place. Schultz described Trump's reference to the rally as a "big mistake" that could bring back unpleasant memories for the campaign.

Schultz, who served as an associate White House counsel in 2017, recalled the controversy surrounding Trump's response to the Charlottesville rally, where he garnered backlash for stating that there were "very fine people on both sides." The lawyer believes that bringing up Charlottesville now was a political misstep on Trump's part.

During the interview, Schultz also commented on Trump's overall remarks from the trial, labeling them as "campaign rhetoric" and pointing out multiple inaccuracies. He added that Trump appeared "a little tired" and suggested that the former president should only engage in such briefings if he is prepared to be focused and articulate.

Regarding his own relationship with Trump, Schultz announced in a separate interview with CNN's Bianna Golodryga that he would not act as Trump's personal attorney. He cited challenges in providing legal counsel to Trump, as the former president tends to disregard advice and strategize beyond the scope of attorneys' intentions.

The mention of Charlottesville in Trump's recent remarks has raised eyebrows, with Schultz highlighting that it may not sit well with the campaign and could resurface negative memories associated with the issue. As the hush money trial progresses, Trump's comments continue to draw attention from both supporters and critics alike.

It remains to be seen how the mention of Charlottesville will impact the overall narrative surrounding Trump's trial proceedings and his political future.