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Trump doubles down on racist social media post after White House takes it down
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February 7, 2026
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2:48Now PlayingPresident Trump is blaming a staffer for the now-removed social media post that included a racist video of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama depicted as apes. Mr. Trump told reporters he is "the least racist president you've had in a long time."
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