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Video of Donald Trump Appearing to 'Flip Off' Ford Worker Takes Off Online

Video of Donald Trump Appearing to 'Flip Off' Ford Worker Takes Off Online

Summary

A video shows President Donald Trump exchanging words with a worker who heckled him at a Ford plant in Detroit. The worker shouted a comment referencing Jeffrey Epstein, prompting Trump to respond with words and a gesture. Separately, there is slow progress in releasing federal documents related to the Epstein case.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump visited a Ford F-150 plant in Detroit.
  • A worker yelled "pedophile protector" during his visit, referring to Trump's connection with Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Trump turned and responded, with some interpreting his hand gesture as offensive.
  • The Trump administration is under scrutiny for the slow release of Epstein-related federal documents.
  • The Justice Department has released about 12,285 files but states that over 2 million documents still need review.
  • The complete release process might take more than eight years.
  • Over hundreds of attorneys are working on reviewing these documents.
  • The Justice Department claims their commitment and effort have been significant but much work is still needed.

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