What's happened
Former President Donald Trump attempts to soften his rhetoric and distance himself from previous controversial statements during a Fox News town hall event in Iowa.
Why it matters
The event is significant as it marks a shift in Donald Trump's public statements and signals a potential change in his political strategy as he vies for a second term in office.
What the papers say
The New York Times reports that Trump began to try to clean up his controversial remarks during the town hall, while The Independent highlights his attempt to backtrack on previous statements about being a dictator. The Guardian emphasizes Trump's claims of being a victim of political persecution, while Axios focuses on his threat of violence if the charges against him result in him losing the presidential election.
How we got here
The coverage spans multiple days, with reports on Trump's attempts to distance himself from controversial statements and legal battles related to his alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
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