Donald Trump blames his latest scandals on a Mexican billionaire and victims looking for 'free fame'
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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.
Trump also blamed the "lies" on the media and Hillary Clinton's campaign, as they "try to keep their grip on the country." He suggested the story detailing two women's allegations published this week in The New York Times was done at the behest of Mexican magnate and New York Times investor Carlos Slim, who Trump said is trying to help Clinton win the presidential election. "The largest shareholder in the Times is Carlos Slim. As you know, he comes from Mexico," Trump said, urging voters not to let "foreign corporations" and their executives "decide the outcome of our elections."
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