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Conspiracy Theories Emerge After Trump Event Shooting
Following the shooting incident at a Trump event, various conspiracy theories have emerged, with some on the political left claiming the event was staged or a 'false flag.' These theories suggest the attack was not genuine but a pre-planned spectacle.
27 Apr, 12:50 — 27 Apr, 20:38
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More on the political left are embracing conspiracy theories
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Slate staff writer Molly Olmstead about conspiracy theories from the political left following the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting.
By Tyler Bartlam
Read full article →ndtvMostly Factual10h ago
'Staged', 'False Flag': How Trump Event Shooting Became Conspiracy Magnet
Many posts, without evidence, suggested the incident had been staged.
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First report: ndtv · 27 Apr, 12:50|Full coverage: 3 · 8h|Window: 8h
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