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Donald Trump: I knew him well, long before becoming President. He was a good man, with lots of personality, grit, and ‘street smarts,’

On the recordFebruary 17, 2026
I knew him well, long before becoming President. He was a good man, with lots of personality, grit, and ‘street smarts,’
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Donald Trump
Republican · Florida
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usatoday.com
Feb 17, 2026

Editor's note · Context

Trump reflects on his relationship with Jesse Jackson after his death.

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