Trump calls conspiracy theories about staged shooting 'a tough sell'
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By Usa Today
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During an interview on 60 Minutes following the White House Correspondents' dinner, former President Trump dismissed persistent conspiracy theories suggesting a recent shooting incident was orchestrated. When questioned by journalist Norah O'Donnell about these unfounded claims circulating on social media and alternative news outlets, Trump characterized such narratives as implausible. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between political figures and misinformation narratives in the modern media landscape.
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