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1:17:42Now PlayingDonald Trump posted and then removed a racist video depicting the Obamas as apes, prompting rebuke from both sides of the aisle and condemnation from House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Watch MS NOW anchors including Nicolle Wallace, Eugene Daniels, Michael Steele, and more react to Trump's Truth Social post.
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Trump attempting to steal election through executive orders and DHS roles
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