Trump uses anti-transgender slur to attack South Carolina Senate candidate
President Donald Trump used an anti-transgender slur to refer to Dr. Annie Andrews, a Democratic candidate for Senate in South Carolina, while promoting a different Republican candidate. The comment drew criticism from multiple political sides, including from a former Republican governor of South Carolina.
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2 developments- Oct 5Trump uses anti-transgender slur to attack South Carolina Senate candidate
- Oct 6Trump faces bipartisan outrage after nicknaming Democrat with anti-trans slur
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Left
2 viewpointsTrump hurls anti-trans slur at South Carolina Democrat Annie Andrews. The White House won’t explain why
Trump faces bipartisan outrage after nicknaming Democrat with anti-trans slur
Trump uses anti-trans slur against Democratic Senate candidate in South Carolina
Center
4 viewpointsTrump faces bipartisan outrage after nicknaming Democrat with anti-trans slur
Trump hurls anti-trans slurs at Graham's opponent as South Carolina race tightens
Right
2 viewpointsTrump faces bipartisan outrage after nicknaming Democrat with anti-trans slur
Trump attacks Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews with anti-trans slur
Trump mocks Darline Graham Nordone’s Senate rival as Annie ‘Trannie’ Andrews