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'Absolutely freaking PATHETIC': Why Trump won’t disavow racist Michelle Obama remark
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June 17, 2026
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2:28Now PlayingA controversial moment from the UFC Freedom 250 sparked outrage after fighter Josh Hokit made a racist remark about former First Lady Michelle Obama. Jen Psaki explores why Donald Trump likely won’t disavow the comment.
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