Donald Trump revives notorious 1980s Willie Horton ad in midterm attack

Donald Trump revives a controversial 1980s Willie Horton ad to attack Democrats.

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The ad, deemed racist, had a significant impact during George H.W. Bush’s campaign.

The move comes amid heightened electoral tensions in the U.S.

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