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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Joe Sommerlad

Obama says Trump’s obsession with him proves he’s living rent-free in his head

  • Barack Obama stated he finds Donald Trump's "obsession" with him and his achievements "strange," claiming he "obviously has a room in his head."
  • Obama contrasted his own presidency, in which he focused on current work rather than on his predecessors, with Trump's constant focus on him.
  • He suggested Trump's fixation indicates a lack of focus on the American people and his job.
  • The article details several instances of Trump attacking Obama, including an AI-generated meme, accusations about the Department of Justice, and a controversial video post.
  • Despite their public exchanges, Obama and Trump appeared friendly during their last in-person meeting at Jimmy Carter's funeral.

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Obama calls Trump obsession with him ‘strange’: ‘I obviously have a room in his head’

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