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Extra, Extra: Trump Reportedly Bragged About Firing 'Real Nut Job' Comey To Russians
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Extra, Extra: Trump Reportedly Bragged About Firing 'Real Nut Job' Comey To Russians


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Published May 19, 2017

Modified May 19, 2017


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