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Trump removes video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes

Donald Trump has deleted a controversial video from his social media that depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, following significant backlash, including criticism from Republican Senator Tim Scott. The White House initially defended the post but later attributed its release to a lower-level staffer who allegedly made an error.

Donald Trump in the Oval Office

Donald Trump in the Oval Office

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Key Highlights

  • The video included a racist clip comparing the Obamas to apes.
  • Senator Tim Scott labeled the video as 'the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House.'.
  • The White House first defended the video, calling it an 'internet meme.'.
  • The video was removed shortly after receiving widespread criticism.
  • An administration official stated the post was made in error by a lower-level staffer.
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Sources

  1. Trump removes video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes
  2. Trump removes racist video depicting the Obamas as apes
  3. Trump Deletes Post Depicting Obamas As Apes Amid Backlash Over “Racist” Video; White House Blames Lower-Level Staffer

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