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Dan Rather Slams Trump: 'Circus' in the Palace

4/4/2025

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Veteran journalist Dan Rather took to Facebook to voice his criticism of President Trump, sharing a striking Turkish proverb: “When a clown moves into a palace, the palace becomes a circus.” This poignant remark, tied to Trump's tariffs, struck a chord with many, echoing widespread unease about his unconventional presidency and its impact on the nation.

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Veteran journalist Dan Rather took to Facebook to voice his criticism of President Trump, sharing a striking Turkish proverb: “When a clown moves into a palace, the palace becomes a circus.” This poignant remark, tied to Trump's tariffs, struck a chord with many, echoing widespread unease about his unconventional presidency and its impact on the nation.