Opinion | Trump Pulls Out His Birther Bag of Tricks
Briefly

Birtherism made Trump a force to reckon with in the Republican Party, leading to his popularity among conservative voters and eventually his own presidential nomination.
Birtherism sits at the foundation of Trump's political career, energizing his ascent to the peak of American politics, shaping his strategies even in current times.
Trump's return to birtherism, albeit with a different approach, as he faces a nonwhite opponent for a third presidential race, showcases its enduring significance in his political arsenal.
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