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Stephen A. Smith reflects on his interview with Trump | CNN Politics

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November 13, 2026 • 12:00 PM
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After interviewing President Donald Trump, Stephen A. Smith told CNN’s Laura Coates that Trump blamed Republican candidates for their election losses rather than taking responsibility himself.

Stephen A. Smith reflects on his interview with Trump | CNN Politics

After interviewing President Donald Trump, Stephen A. Smith told CNN's Laura Coates that Trump blamed Republican candidates for their election losses rather than taking responsibility himself.

After interviewing President Donald Trump, Stephen A. Smith told CNN's Laura Coates that Trump blamed Republican candidates for their election losses rather than taking responsibility himself.

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