White House intensifies attacks on opponents and media as Trump seeks new mouthpiece

The Guardian World Wednesday 19 August 2026, 15:41 UTC By Adam Gabbatt 1 min read

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Senator Jon Ossoff, who is up for re-election, came up with arguably the standout line of the midterm elections so farHello there,Jon Ossoff really struck a nerve.

Senator Jon Ossoff, who is up for re-election, came up with arguably the standout line of the midterm elections so far

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Jon Ossoff really struck a nerve. That much is clear.

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