Former President Donald Trump has used violent language to describe what he wanted to do to the former first lady Michelle Obama.The Republican presidential nominee told attendees of a campaign rally in North Carolina on Monday that he was pressing his staff for permission to go on the attack after ...

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At a North Carolina rally, Donald Trump used aggressive language, questioning if he was “allowed to hit” Michelle Obama after her recent criticism of his values and policies.

Though Trump spoke metaphorically, his comments drew backlash, with analysts calling the remark in poor taste. Trump recounted an imaginary conversation with his staff advising him to tone down his rhetoric, prompting cheers from supporters urging him to “hit back.”

The statement, shared widely on social media, has raised concerns about its impact on the gender gap and support among conservative women voters.