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Trump Wishes Former Aide Well After Accusations Of Domestic Violence

President Trump says he was surprised by domestic violence accusations against former staff secretary Rob Porter. "It was very sad when we heard about it," he said. Porter has denied the allegations.
President Trump speaks with White House secretary Rob Porter (center) and Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, outside the White House in December. Porter resigned this week amid allegations of domestic violence against his ex-wives.

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President Trump said he was surprised by allegations of domestic violence against a top aide who resigned this week. Trump praised Rob Porter's work as White House staff

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