Man Accused of Plotting to Kill Trump Blames Iran for Scheme
Source: NYT > U.S. > Politics · Bias: Center Left
Summary
Asif Merchant testified in his own defense, saying he participated in the plot to protect his family in Iran. Prosecutors reject his account of his motives.
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