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Trump, who once fueled conspiracies about Jeffrey Epstein, now bears their brunt

The president has long used conspiracy theories for political gain. Now he faces a viral backlash, even as he implores people to move on.

Trump, who once fueled conspiracies about Jeffrey Epstein, now bears their brunt

The president has long used conspiracy theories for political gain. Now he faces a viral backlash, even as he implores people to move on.
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Trump defends Attorney General Pam Bondi's handling of Epstein case
Trump defends Attorney General Pam Bondi's handling of Epstein case
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ICE may deport immigrants to 'third countries' with 6 hours' notice, memo says

The memo gives guidance on how to deport people to places other than their country of origin, including some without guarantees that individuals won't be tortured.

ICE may deport immigrants to 'third countries' with 6 hours' notice, memo says

The memo gives guidance on how to deport people to places other than their country of origin, including some without guarantees that individuals won't be tortured.
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NBC News tested the characters, one of which told users it wanted to crash weddings, bomb banks and spike a town's water supply with hot sauce.

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NBC News tested the characters, one of which told users it wanted to crash weddings, bomb banks and spike a town's water supply with hot sauce.
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Chip Gaines defends decision to include gay couple on 'Back to the Frontier' show

Gaines called out "modern American Christians" after prominent religious conservatives criticized the inclusion of a same-sex couple and their sons.

Chip Gaines defends decision to include gay couple on 'Back to the Frontier' show

Gaines called out "modern American Christians" after prominent religious conservatives criticized the inclusion of a same-sex couple and their sons.
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