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Tim Scott Calls Trump Racist, Endorses Collins Amid Backlash

2/11/2026

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The U.S. President Donald Trump posted a Truth Social video that Senator Tim Scott called "the most racist thing I’ve seen out of this White House."
After the remarks, Tim Scott endorsed Susan Collins' reelection campaign in Maine, describing her as a "battle-tested leader."
The endorsement drew backlash from Trump supporters, including Laura Loomer, who accused Scott of sabotaging Trump.

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Story summary

The U.S. President Donald Trump posted a Truth Social video that Senator Tim Scott called "the most racist thing I’ve seen out of this White House."
After the remarks, Tim Scott endorsed Susan Collins' reelection campaign in Maine, describing her as a "battle-tested leader."
The endorsement drew backlash from Trump supporters, including Laura Loomer, who accused Scott of sabotaging Trump.