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'Tension': Trump said to have just 'pulled the wool over a lot of his supporters' eyes'


Published on 2024-12-28 20:40:50 - MSN
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  • Donald Trump is going back on his word and tricking his own supporters, a columnist argued Satruday. Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank appeared on MSNBC over the weekend, after Trump's own biographer was on to talk about what he sees as the president elect's "aching thirst to monetize the presidency.

The article from MSN discusses the reactions to former President Donald Trump's recent comments on abortion, where he suggested that abortion laws should be decided at the state level, a stance that has drawn criticism from both sides of the political spectrum. Trump's position has been interpreted by some as an attempt to moderate his image ahead of the 2024 election, potentially alienating his more conservative supporters who expected a stronger federal stance against abortion. Critics argue that this move might be seen as Trump pulling the wool over his supporters' eyes, as it appears to be a strategic pivot to appeal to a broader electorate. This has led to discussions about the authenticity of Trump's political positions and whether this is a genuine belief or a calculated political maneuver. The article highlights the tension between Trump's need to maintain his base while also trying to expand his appeal to more moderate voters.

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