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Trump refused to wear COVID mask because it smudged his bronzer, former aide claims

Summary:

Former President Donald Trump refused to wear a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic because it smudged his makeup, according to a new book by former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson. Hutchinson claims that Trump made the decision to forgo masks while visiting a factory in Arizona, and when Hutchinson offered him a mask, he declined because it would smudge his bronzer. Trump reportedly claimed that he had worn a mask for a period of time but decided not to wear one after getting the OK from the "head of Honeywell." Hutchinson also claims that Trump's refusal to wear a mask caused his supporters to follow suit, leading to criticism from the press.

Key takeaways:

Former President Donald Trump refused to wear a mask during the COVID-19 pandemic because it smudged his makeup, according to a new book by former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson.
Hutchinson claims that Trump made the decision to forgo masks while visiting a factory in Arizona, and when Hutchinson offered him a mask, he declined because it would smudge his bronzer.
Trump reportedly claimed that he had worn a mask for a period of time but decided not to wear one after getting the OK from the "head of Honeywell."
Hutchinson also claims that Trump's refusal to wear a mask caused his supporters to follow suit, leading to criticism from the press.
Trump's refusal to wear a mask was a controversial issue during the pandemic, with many criticizing him for not setting a good example for the public.

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Trump refused to wear COVID mask because it smudged his bronzer, former aide claims

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