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Former President Donald Trump speaks at the Turning Point USA Believers' Summit at the Palm Beach County Convention Center on July 26, 2024 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Former President Donald Trump speaks at the Turning Point USA Believers' Summit at the Palm Beach County Convention Center on July 26, 2024 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
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Former President Donald Trump walks onstage at a campaign rally on July 27, 2024 at the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota. In his speech, Trump called on his supporters to flip the state red.
Former President Donald Trump walks onstage at a campaign rally on July 27, 2024 at the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota. In his speech, Trump called on his supporters to flip the state red.
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Former President Donald Trump speaks in front of thousands during a rally at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Mich., on Saturday, July 20, 2024.
Former President Donald Trump speaks in front of thousands during a rally at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Mich., on Saturday, July 20, 2024.
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Donald Trump greets a guest in the family box during the third day of the Republican National Convention at Fiserv Forum. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks to Sen. Marco Rubio at left, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Donald Trump Jr. are seated at right. The third day of the RNC focused on foreign policy and threats.
Donald Trump greets a guest in the family box during the third day of the Republican National Convention at Fiserv Forum. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks to Sen. Marco Rubio at left, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Donald Trump Jr. are seated at right. The third day of the RNC focused on foreign policy and threats.
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Republican presidential nominee Donald J. Trump kisses the uniform of the man killed at Saturday during a rally before delivering his nomination acceptance speech during the final day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum. The final day of the RNC featured a keynote address by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.
Republican presidential nominee Donald J. Trump kisses the uniform of the man killed at Saturday during a rally before delivering his nomination acceptance speech during the final day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum. The final day of the RNC featured a keynote address by Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.
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Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to a rally at Greenbrier Farms on June 28, 2024 in Chesapeake, Virginia. Last night Trump and U.S. President Joe Biden took part in the first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign.
Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to a rally at Greenbrier Farms on June 28, 2024 in Chesapeake, Virginia. Last night Trump and U.S. President Joe Biden took part in the first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign.
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Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in the South Bronx in New York City on May 23, 2024.
Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in the South Bronx in New York City on May 23, 2024.
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Wildwood, New Jersey | Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Wildwood Beach on May 11, 2024. The former President and presumptive Republican nominee held a campaign rally as his hush money trial takes a weekend break.
Wildwood, New Jersey | Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Wildwood Beach on May 11, 2024. The former President and presumptive Republican nominee held a campaign rally as his hush money trial takes a weekend break.
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Wildwood, New Jersey | Donald Trump's speech is shown on a large screen as he holds a rally on the beach in Wildwood, N.J., on May 11, 2024.
Wildwood, New Jersey | Donald Trump's speech is shown on a large screen as he holds a rally on the beach in Wildwood, N.J., on May 11, 2024.
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Wildwood, New Jersey | Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Wildwood Beach on May 11, 2024. The former President and presumptive Republican nominee held a campaign rally as his hush money trial takes a weekend break.
Wildwood, New Jersey | Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Wildwood Beach on May 11, 2024. The former President and presumptive Republican nominee held a campaign rally as his hush money trial takes a weekend break.
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Waukesha, Wisconsin | Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on May 1, 2024 in Waukesha, Wis. Much of his speech focused on immigration and the economy.
Waukesha, Wisconsin | Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on May 1, 2024 in Waukesha, Wis. Much of his speech focused on immigration and the economy.
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Waukesha, Wisconsin | Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on May 1, 2024 in Waukesha, Wis., his first campaign event since the start of his hush money trial in Manhattan.
Waukesha, Wisconsin | Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on May 1, 2024 in Waukesha, Wis., his first campaign event since the start of his hush money trial in Manhattan.
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Waukesha, Wisconsin | Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on May 1, 2024 in Waukesha, Wis. A recent poll has Trump and President Joe Biden tied in the state. Wisconsin is one of just a handful of contested states that will decide the next presidential election.
Waukesha, Wisconsin | Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on May 1, 2024 in Waukesha, Wis. A recent poll has Trump and President Joe Biden tied in the state. Wisconsin is one of just a handful of contested states that will decide the next presidential election.
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Freeland, Michigan | Former President Donald Trump exits his plane before speaking to a crowd of supporters during a rally at Avflight Saginaw in Freeland, Mich. on May 1, 2024. During his speech, Trump criticized President Joe Biden’s economic policies, promised mass deportations and celebrated the fall of Roe v. Wade.
Freeland, Michigan | Former President Donald Trump exits his plane before speaking to a crowd of supporters during a rally at Avflight Saginaw in Freeland, Mich. on May 1, 2024. During his speech, Trump criticized President Joe Biden’s economic policies, promised mass deportations and celebrated the fall of Roe v. Wade.
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Schnecksville, Pennsylvania |
Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally outside Schnecksville Fire Hall on April 13, 2024, two days before the start of his first criminal trial. During his speech, he criticized the judge overseeing his criminal trial. Trump has slammed Justice Juan Merchan and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg in the past, accusing both men of exhibiting political bias against him.
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania | Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally outside Schnecksville Fire Hall on April 13, 2024, two days before the start of his first criminal trial. During his speech, he criticized the judge overseeing his criminal trial. Trump has slammed Justice Juan Merchan and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg in the past, accusing both men of exhibiting political bias against him.
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Schnecksville, Pennsylvania | 
Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump dances as he departs after speaking at a rally outside Schnecksville Fire Hall on April 13, 2024. Hundreds of supporters waited hours in a line stretching for more than a mile to see Trump speak in a suburb of Allentown, Penn. in the Lehigh Valley.
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania | Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump dances as he departs after speaking at a rally outside Schnecksville Fire Hall on April 13, 2024. Hundreds of supporters waited hours in a line stretching for more than a mile to see Trump speak in a suburb of Allentown, Penn. in the Lehigh Valley.
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Schnecksville, Pennsylvania | 
Members of the audience cheer during a rally for former President Donald Trump outside Schnecksville Fire Hall on April 13, 2024. Hundreds of supporters waited hours in a line stretching for more than a mile to see Trump speak in a suburb of Allentown, Pennsylvania in the Lehigh Valley.
Schnecksville, Pennsylvania | Members of the audience cheer during a rally for former President Donald Trump outside Schnecksville Fire Hall on April 13, 2024. Hundreds of supporters waited hours in a line stretching for more than a mile to see Trump speak in a suburb of Allentown, Pennsylvania in the Lehigh Valley.
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Green Bay, Wisconsin |
Former President Donald Trump speaks to guests at a rally on April 2, 2024 in Green Bay, Wis., the same day as the state’s primary. At the rally, Trump spoke next to an empty lectern on the stage and challenged President Joe Biden to debate him. Biden and Trump both won their parties presidential primaries in Wisconsin.
Green Bay, Wisconsin | Former President Donald Trump speaks to guests at a rally on April 2, 2024 in Green Bay, Wis., the same day as the state’s primary. At the rally, Trump spoke next to an empty lectern on the stage and challenged President Joe Biden to debate him. Biden and Trump both won their parties presidential primaries in Wisconsin.
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Rome, Georgia | 
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at the Forum River Center on March 9, 2024 in Rome, Ga. Both Trump and President Joe Biden are holding campaign events in Georgia, a critical battleground state, two days before the its primary elections. A city of about 38,000, Rome is in the heart of conservative northwest Georgia and the center of the Congressional district represented by Rep. Majorie Taylor Green (R-Ga.).
Rome, Georgia | Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at the Forum River Center on March 9, 2024 in Rome, Ga. Both Trump and President Joe Biden are holding campaign events in Georgia, a critical battleground state, two days before the its primary elections. A city of about 38,000, Rome is in the heart of conservative northwest Georgia and the center of the Congressional district represented by Rep. Majorie Taylor Green (R-Ga.).
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Rome, Georgia | 
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump addresses a campaign rally at the Forum River Center on March 9, 2024 in Rome, Ga. In his speech, Trump repeated unfounded claims of election fraud in the 2020 election. He also called out Georgia district attorney, Fani Willis, who is prosecuting him for interfering with the 2020 election, accusing her of working with the Biden administration to target him. Much of Trump’s remarks were focused on immigration at the U.S. southern border.
Rome, Georgia | Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump addresses a campaign rally at the Forum River Center on March 9, 2024 in Rome, Ga. In his speech, Trump repeated unfounded claims of election fraud in the 2020 election. He also called out Georgia district attorney, Fani Willis, who is prosecuting him for interfering with the 2020 election, accusing her of working with the Biden administration to target him. Much of Trump’s remarks were focused on immigration at the U.S. southern border.
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Rome, Georgia |
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and other guests applaud for Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump as he addresses a campaign rally at the Forum River Center on March 9, 2024 in Rome, Ga.
Rome, Georgia | Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and other guests applaud for Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump as he addresses a campaign rally at the Forum River Center on March 9, 2024 in Rome, Ga.
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Columbia, South Carolina | 
Former President Donald Trump speaks at an “Election Night Watch Party” in Columbia, S.C., on Feb. 24, 2024. Trump won the Republican primary in South Carolina, U.S. media projections showed, defeating rival Nikki Haley and continuing his march toward the nomination ahead of November's presidential election.
Columbia, South Carolina | Former President Donald Trump speaks at an “Election Night Watch Party” in Columbia, S.C., on Feb. 24, 2024. Trump won the Republican primary in South Carolina, U.S. media projections showed, defeating rival Nikki Haley and continuing his march toward the nomination ahead of November's presidential election.
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Columbia, South Carolina |
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump greets supporters during an election night watch party at the State Fairgrounds on Feb. 24, 2024 in Columbia, S.C. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), applauding to Trump’s left, endorsed the former president for another four-year term on Jan. 19.
Columbia, South Carolina | Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump greets supporters during an election night watch party at the State Fairgrounds on Feb. 24, 2024 in Columbia, S.C. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), applauding to Trump’s left, endorsed the former president for another four-year term on Jan. 19.
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Columbia, South Carolina | 
Former President Donald Trump is introduced during the Black Conservative Federation Gala on Feb. 23, 2024 in Columbia, S.C., before winning the state's Republican presidential primary on Feb. 24.
Columbia, South Carolina | Former President Donald Trump is introduced during the Black Conservative Federation Gala on Feb. 23, 2024 in Columbia, S.C., before winning the state's Republican presidential primary on Feb. 24.
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Rock Hill, South Carolina |
Former President and 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a “Get Out the Vote” rally at the Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, S.C., on Feb. 23, 2024. The next day, Trump won the South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary. Trump spoke to an enthusiastic crowd that nearly filled Winthrop Coliseum, which seats 6,100, not including the additional floor seating.
Rock Hill, South Carolina | Former President and 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a “Get Out the Vote” rally at the Winthrop Coliseum in Rock Hill, S.C., on Feb. 23, 2024. The next day, Trump won the South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary. Trump spoke to an enthusiastic crowd that nearly filled Winthrop Coliseum, which seats 6,100, not including the additional floor seating.
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Rock Hill, South Carolina |
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump thanks supporters after speaking at a “Get Out The Vote” rally at Winthrop University on Feb. 23, 2024 in Rock Hill, S.C. During his 90-minute speech Trump talked about the southern border and the economy, among other topics, including reiterating his support for the right of families to use IVF. He also brought up unfounded claims of election interference.
Rock Hill, South Carolina | Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump thanks supporters after speaking at a “Get Out The Vote” rally at Winthrop University on Feb. 23, 2024 in Rock Hill, S.C. During his 90-minute speech Trump talked about the southern border and the economy, among other topics, including reiterating his support for the right of families to use IVF. He also brought up unfounded claims of election interference.
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Rock Hill, South Carolina | 
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump greets supporters after speaking at a “Get Out The Vote” rally at Winthrop University on Feb. 23, 2024 in Rock Hill, S.C.
Rock Hill, South Carolina | Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump greets supporters after speaking at a “Get Out The Vote” rally at Winthrop University on Feb. 23, 2024 in Rock Hill, S.C.
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
At the NRA Presidential Forum at the Great American Outdoor Show on Feb. 9, 2024, supporters wait to hear former President Donald Trump speak. Attendees were decked out in Trump gear, including images of his mugshot, pictured here on a T-shirt. 

His mugshot was publicly released shortly after he was booked at an Atlanta jail on charges that he attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia.

Though Trump faces multiple charges in three other pending criminal cases, the Aug. 14 indictment brought by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was the first time officials required he submit to a photograph.
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | At the NRA Presidential Forum at the Great American Outdoor Show on Feb. 9, 2024, supporters wait to hear former President Donald Trump speak. Attendees were decked out in Trump gear, including images of his mugshot, pictured here on a T-shirt. His mugshot was publicly released shortly after he was booked at an Atlanta jail on charges that he attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia. Though Trump faces multiple charges in three other pending criminal cases, the Aug. 14 indictment brought by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was the first time officials required he submit to a photograph.
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
Supporters of former President Donald Trump wait to hear him speak at the NRA Presidential Forum at the Great American Outdoor Show on Feb. 9, 2024 in Harrisburg, Penn. Following wins in both New Hampshire and Nevada, Trump is closing in on the GOP nomination.
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Supporters of former President Donald Trump wait to hear him speak at the NRA Presidential Forum at the Great American Outdoor Show on Feb. 9, 2024 in Harrisburg, Penn. Following wins in both New Hampshire and Nevada, Trump is closing in on the GOP nomination.
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Las Vegas, Nevada |
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump during his caucus night watch party at the Treasure Island Hotel & Casino on Feb. 8, 2024 in Las Vegas. Trump was the winner of the Nevada Republican presidential caucus which was held two days after the symbolic Nevada Republican presidential primary took place.
Las Vegas, Nevada | Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump during his caucus night watch party at the Treasure Island Hotel & Casino on Feb. 8, 2024 in Las Vegas. Trump was the winner of the Nevada Republican presidential caucus which was held two days after the symbolic Nevada Republican presidential primary took place.
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Las Vegas, Nevada | 
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event at Big League Dreams Las Vegas on Jan. 27, 2024. Trump is campaigning in Nevada ahead of the state’s Republican presidential caucuses on Feb. 8. 

Trump touted his recent wins in the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primaries, and he continued to repeat unfounded claims that the 2020 election was rigged against him.
Las Vegas, Nevada | Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event at Big League Dreams Las Vegas on Jan. 27, 2024. Trump is campaigning in Nevada ahead of the state’s Republican presidential caucuses on Feb. 8. Trump touted his recent wins in the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primaries, and he continued to repeat unfounded claims that the 2020 election was rigged against him.
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Las Vegas, Nevada |
In his speech at Big League Dreams Las Vegas ahead of the Republican presidential caucuses on Feb. 8, former President Donald Trump took aim at President Joe Biden calling him corrupt and criticizing his administration’s immigration policies on Jan. 27, 2024.
Las Vegas, Nevada | In his speech at Big League Dreams Las Vegas ahead of the Republican presidential caucuses on Feb. 8, former President Donald Trump took aim at President Joe Biden calling him corrupt and criticizing his administration’s immigration policies on Jan. 27, 2024.
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Las Vegas, Nevada | 
Supporters of former president and 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump have their photo taken in front of a poster of his mugshot and a photo of former president Ronald Reagan, outside a Commit to Caucus Rally in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Jan. 27, 2024.
Las Vegas, Nevada | Supporters of former president and 2024 presidential candidate Donald Trump have their photo taken in front of a poster of his mugshot and a photo of former president Ronald Reagan, outside a Commit to Caucus Rally in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Jan. 27, 2024.
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Manchester, New Hampshire |
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at SNHU Arena in Manchester, N.H., on Jan. 20, 2024, ahead of the New Hampshire presidential primary, in which Trump saw victory on Jan. 23.
Manchester, New Hampshire | Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at SNHU Arena in Manchester, N.H., on Jan. 20, 2024, ahead of the New Hampshire presidential primary, in which Trump saw victory on Jan. 23.
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Manchester, New Hampshire |
Supporters gather for a photo before former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at SNHU Arena in Manchester, N.H., on Jan. 20, 2024, ahead of the New Hampshire presidential primary.
Manchester, New Hampshire | Supporters gather for a photo before former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at SNHU Arena in Manchester, N.H., on Jan. 20, 2024, ahead of the New Hampshire presidential primary.
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Atkinson, New Hampshire | 
Former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy address the crowd at a Trump campaign rally at Atkinson Country Club and Resort in Atkinson, N.H., on Jan. 16, 2024. The rally came a day after Ramaswamy suspended his bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination and endorsed Trump.
Atkinson, New Hampshire | Former President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy address the crowd at a Trump campaign rally at Atkinson Country Club and Resort in Atkinson, N.H., on Jan. 16, 2024. The rally came a day after Ramaswamy suspended his bid for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination and endorsed Trump.
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Des Moines, Iowa | 
Former President Donald Trump speaks at the Trump caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Jan. 15, 2024. Trump scored the biggest victory in the history of the Iowa caucuses.
Des Moines, Iowa | Former President Donald Trump speaks at the Trump caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Jan. 15, 2024. Trump scored the biggest victory in the history of the Iowa caucuses.
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Indianola, Iowa |
Hundreds of people wait in sub-zero temperatures to attend a rally for former President Donald Trump on Jan. 14, 2024, at Simpson College in Indianola.
Indianola, Iowa | Hundreds of people wait in sub-zero temperatures to attend a rally for former President Donald Trump on Jan. 14, 2024, at Simpson College in Indianola.
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Des Moines, Iowa |
Former President Donald Trump speaks with an audience member at the Fox News town hall at the Iowa Events Center on Jan. 10, 2024, in Des Moines, where a mostly friendly crowd asked him very few challenging questions.
Trump talked about the economy and criticized Republican presidential candidate rivals Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis.
Des Moines, Iowa | Former President Donald Trump speaks with an audience member at the Fox News town hall at the Iowa Events Center on Jan. 10, 2024, in Des Moines, where a mostly friendly crowd asked him very few challenging questions. Trump talked about the economy and criticized Republican presidential candidate rivals Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis.
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