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Trump hits Washington Post with FEC complaint in escalating battle with press

Axios · April Rubin · last updated

Former President Trump filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission Thursday alleging that the Washington Post illegally contributed to Vice President Harris’ campaign.

Why it matters: In the final days of the close election, Trump is targeting the media over routine practices by news outlets.

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