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Trump Campaign Clashes with ABC Over Debate Fact-Checking

Trump's advisors demanded ABC halt fact-checking during a debate with Kamala Harris, alleging bias and rule breaches.

  • Donald Trump's campaign team erupted during a debate with Kamala Harris, objecting to real-time fact-checking by ABC moderators.
  • Trump aides claimed that ABC breached pre-agreed debate rules, although the network's rules included no such limitations on fact-checking.
  • The Trump campaign's objections are part of a broader strategy against fact-checking, which they argue unfairly targets Trump.
  • Trump has frequently criticized media outlets for fact-checking, threatening consequences like revoking broadcast licenses.
  • The controversy underscores Trump's contentious relationship with the media and his resistance to being held accountable for falsehoods.
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