Trump Claims Criminal Indictments Boosted Appeal to Black Voters

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Former President Donald Trump courted Black voters in South Carolina by touting his record and vowing to fight for the community, while comparing his legal challenges to historical discrimination faced by African Americans. He claimed his indictments have helped him win support among Black voters and received strong applause for such statements during a speech at the Black Conservative Federation’s annual Honors Gala. Trump's appearance comes as his campaign and the Republican Party aim to make inroads with African American voters, while President Joe Biden's support among Black voters has slipped in the polls.
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- Trump says his criminal indictments boosted his appeal to Black voters The Associated Press
- Trump says 'the Black people' like him because he's been 'discriminated against' in the legal system NBC News
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