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Trump Called Candace Owens to Stop Reporting on Brigitte Macron, Claims Owens

The Jimmy Dore ShowJuly 3, 202513 min578,545 views
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Trump's Alleged Call to Candace Owens

  • 📞 Candace Owens claims that Donald Trump personally called her to stop her reporting on allegations concerning Brigitte Macron's gender.
  • 🎯 Trump reportedly expressed concern that Owens' reporting could jeopardize negotiations to end the Ukraine war.
  • 💬 Owens stated she told Trump it's not her fault Macron married someone with a penis.

The Content of the Call

  • 🗣️ Owens recounts that Trump complimented her, mentioning Melania's admiration and calling Owens "so beautiful."
  • 🤝 Trump allegedly framed the request as a favor, emphasizing the importance of the Ukraine peace process and the "moving parts" involved.
  • ❓ The hosts question how Brigitte Macron's gender identity could possibly impact delicate ceasefire negotiations.

Macron's Alleged Request and Trump's Response

  • 🇫🇷 Owens suggests that Emmanuel Macron had directly asked Trump to intervene and stop the coverage of his wife.
  • 🧐 Trump reportedly told Owens that Brigitte Macron is "old" and that the reporting was impacting her.
  • 🤷‍♂️ Trump also mentioned seeing Brigitte Macron up close and perceiving her as a woman, and that he had dinner with her at the Eiffel Tower.

Owens' Perspective and Trump's Tactics

  • ✍️ Owens stated she realized the call would be a memorable part of her autobiography and decided to make a witty remark.
  • 🤝 Trump's approach is described as "art of the deal" style, using compliments to influence Owens.
  • 🎙️ Trump also reportedly offered to appear on Owens' podcast, citing his ability to draw ratings.

Discussion on Authenticity and Motivation

  • 🤔 The hosts express skepticism about the call's impact on the Ukraine peace process, questioning the logic.
  • 📢 Owens' decision to share the call is debated, with some suggesting it was for career traction and others defending her as a journalist.
  • 🗣️ The conversation touches on the idea that Macron specifically asking Trump to intervene suggests Owens might be onto something significant.

Historical Context and Broader Implications

  • 📜 The discussion draws parallels to other controversial historical events and Trump's communication style.
  • 👨‍⚖️ The age difference between Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron is highlighted as a point of concern, even without the gender allegations.
  • 📣 The hosts encourage whistleblowing and snitching as a means to expose government wrongdoing, citing examples like Edward Snowden and Julian Assange.
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