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Trump says Nobel committee not awarding him the peace prize leaves ‘indelible stain’ on Norway
NBC News • • world
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump criticized the Norwegian Nobel Committee for not awarding him the Nobel Peace Prize, calling their decision an "indelible stain on the country of Norway" during a rally in Syracuse.
- Trump highlighted his efforts to end conflicts in Africa and Asia, claiming he should have received eight Nobel Peace Prizes for ending ongoing wars, though he did not mention the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine or Iran.
- The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Navi Pillay, a South African legal expert who led a U.N. panel accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza, a choice Trump dismissed, saying he had never heard of her.
- Trump used the rally to support New York Republicans, attacking Democratic officials including Attorney General Letitia James, whom he has repeatedly clashed with over investigations into his business practices.
- James's campaign responded by highlighting Trump's support for her Republican opponent, emphasizing the stark political contrast ahead of the upcoming election.
