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May 28, 2019

Trump Dismisses North Korean Missile Tests, Welcomes Anti-Biden Comments
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Also while in Japan, Trump dismissed concerns over recent missile tests
by North Korea, coming to leader Kim Jong-un's defense and reiterating
optimism over a future denuclearization deal. North Korea conducted two
tests this month, firing off at least three ballistic missiles. Trump
also welcomed comments recently aired on North Korean state media about
Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden.

President Donald Trump: "Well, Kim Jong-un made a statement that Joe
Biden is a low-IQ individual. He probably is, based on his record. I
think I agree with him on that. But at the same time, my people think it
could have been a violation, as you know. I view it differently. I view
it as a man-perhaps he wants to get attention, and perhaps not. Who
knows? It doesn't matter. All I know is that there have been no nuclear
tests."

Trump also suggested via Twitter the comments about Biden may be a
direct signal sent from Kim. In February, much-anticipated
denuclearization talks between Trump and Kim ended after Trump walked
away during negotiations. North Korea has repeatedly said sanctions
relief is a necessary condition in any future agreement.


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