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Trump pays homage to Columbus, unveils special tribute from Italy

For years, President Trump has called for Christopher Columbus to be returned to his place among the respected, great men who are part of this nation's history. And his speech just days before Columbus Day was the latest of his defiant pronouncements against those who hate America's history. 'We're going to place it in a very special place of honor.' On…

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