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Trump Diverts Epstein Scrutiny with Controversial Gabbard Endorsement

8/2/2025

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President Trump is trying to divert attention from his connections to Jeffrey Epstein by endorsing Tulsi Gabbard's report, which alleges a conspiracy by Obama officials against his administration in 2016. As the Justice Department investigates these claims, Trump amplifies misleading videos and memes targeting Obama, stirring controversy and intrigue.

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President Trump is trying to divert attention from his connections to Jeffrey Epstein by endorsing Tulsi Gabbard's report, which alleges a conspiracy by Obama officials against his administration in 2016. As the Justice Department investigates these claims, Trump amplifies misleading videos and memes targeting Obama, stirring controversy and intrigue.