Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
#Donald Trump #Tim Scott #Barack Obama #Michelle Obama #Republican Party #Social Media Controversy #South Carolina
📌 Key Takeaways
- President Trump initiated a call to Senator Tim Scott following public criticism from the lawmaker.
- The controversy centered on a reposted video depicting the Obamas in a racially offensive manner.
- Senator Scott publicly urged the president to delete the content from his social media profile.
- The interaction highlights ongoing tensions regarding racial rhetoric within the Republican party.
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🏷️ Themes
Politics, Racial Discourse, Social Media
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📄 Original Source Content
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.