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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alex Woodward

Trump’s barely veiled ‘riggers’ dog whistle underlines former president’s history of racist statements

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Facing four criminal indictments as he seeks the Republican nomination for president, Donald Trump has repeatedly lashed out at the prosecutors and judges handling his cases, while his supporters spin volatile rhetoric into threats of political violence.

His inflammatory remarks, threats to political rivals and borderline incitement have galvanised his supporters, who echo and amplify his statements and hear his alleged dogwhistles loud and clear.

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