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Trump bombs in WHCD return and then unleashes on CNN’s Kaitlan Collins and media in jaw dropping hour-long rant

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Donald Trump returned to the White House Correspondents' Dinner and delivered a speech that included criticism of CNN's Kaitlan Collins and the media, lasting approximately one hour. The audience, including Republicans, appeared stunned by the remarks. Trump concluded with a punchline referencing a potential 'Trump 2028' campaign. The event underscores Trump's ongoing adversarial relationship with the press and hints at future political ambitions.

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President Trump attended the WHCD and gave a speech.

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Trump revealed a 'Trump 2028' punchline.

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Republicans at the dinner looked stunned.

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  • President Trump attended the WHCD and gave a speech.
  • He revealed a 'Trump 2028' punchline, indicating future political plans.

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Even Republicans looked surprised amid the quiet White House Correspondents’ Dinner ballroom of journalists before president revealed ‘Trump 2028’ punchline

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Republicans at the dinner looked stunned.

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The atmosphere in the ballroom was described as stone-faced.

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Trump revealed a 'Trump 2028' punchline.

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