In a speech Friday, Donald Trump denied mounting allegations of sexual assault by suggesting the women who accused him are "doing it probably for a little fame." "It's a total setup," Trump said, insisting he has "no idea who these women are." However, while Trump was delivering his speech, a former Apprentice contestant came forward with new allegations against the Republican presidential nominee.
To further emphasize his argument that this is a "phony deal," Trump also pointed to his accusers' appearances. About one woman, he said, "Believe me, she would not be my first choice, that I can tell you." In regards to the People magazine writer who accused him, he urged people to "check out her Facebook page, you'll understand." "These people are sick," Trump said.
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