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The Trump-whisperers

Who鈥檚 influencing the president-elect?

The involvement of Donald Trump鈥檚 close-knit family defined his first term in the White House.

Eight years later, his circle of advisers appears to have expanded, welcoming a cadre of media personalities and influencers.

Who鈥檚 in Trump鈥檚 orbit now? Which of his family members are raising their profiles, and who is taking a step out of the spotlight?

Sarah and Marianna examine who has the president-elect鈥檚 ear with Trump biographer Marc Fisher.

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鈥 Sarah Smith, North America Editor
鈥 Marianna Spring, Social Media Investigations Correspondent

GUEST:
鈥 Marc Fisher, Associate editor at The Washington Post and co-author of 鈥楾rump Revealed鈥

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  • Fri 15 Nov 2024 23:00

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