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Trump Golf Course Dispute Sparks Clash Between Judge and DOJ

Government attorneys sparred with Judge Ana C. Reyes over testimony by several government witnesses about the chain of decisions surrounding East Potomac Golf Links.

Sources (1)· Oct 19, 9:47 PM

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The New York Times· Oct 19, 9:47 PMTrump Golf Course Dispute Sparks Clash Between Judge and DOJ

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