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Trump outlined his plans for congressional term limits at a rally in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Trump outlined his plans for congressional term limits at a rally in Grand Junction, Colorado. Photograph: Jonathan Ernst/Reuters
Trump outlined his plans for congressional term limits at a rally in Grand Junction, Colorado. Photograph: Jonathan Ernst/Reuters

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Donald Trump is reigniting old accusations that the many protestors who appear at his rallies are paid disruptors who have been tasked with interrupting his speeches are financed by the Clinton campaign:

'Trump rally disrupter was once on Clinton's payroll'https://t.co/75oLLuD4SI

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 18, 2016

People Magazine publishes accounts supporting reporter who accused Donald Trump of assault

People Magazine has put forward five accounts of current and former employees that corroborate allegations made against Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump by Natasha Stoynoff, a former reporter for the magazine who alleged that Trump sexually assaulted her during an interview in 2005.

“She was very upset and told me how he shoved her against a wall,” said Liz McNeil, a current editor for the magazine and a former reporter. “The thing I remember most was how scared she was. I felt I had to protect her.”

“In an early conversation we had in her office, she told me about what happened with Donald Trump,” said Mary Green, another current editor who was reporting at the time. “She was shaky, sitting at her desk, relaying that, ‘He took me to this other room, and when we stepped inside, he pushed me against a wall and stuck his tongue down my throat. Melania was upstairs and could have walked in at any time.’

“She talked about her shock, and wondered why it had happened, if she had done anything wrong. I assured her she hadn’t,” Green continued. “She was also angry that he had forced himself on her, that she was glad someone had interrupted him, because he was surprisingly strong.”

Also featured in the article is “one woman (a friend of Natasha’s) who was actually with her when she bumped into Melania Trump on Fifth Ave., as outlined in her story,” according to People Magazine editor in chief Jess Cagle. Melania Trump has denied that she would ever remember Stoynoff.

Trump has denied the allegations, and attacked Stoynoff’s looks as evidence that he would not want to sexually assault her.

Why didn't the writer of the twelve year old article in People Magazine mention the "incident" in her story. Because it did not happen!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 13, 2016
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Jennifer Lopez to host 'Get Out the Vote' concert for Hillary Clinton

Next Saturday, singer/actor/entrepreneur Jennifer Lopez will perform at a “Get Out the Vote” concert benefitting Hillary Clinton in Miami.

“This election is one of the most important in our lifetime,” Jennifer Lopez said, according to a campaign release. “Florida, home to one of my favorite cities, Miami, and millions of Latinos is a pivotal state in this election. It’s time to unify, support, and vote for the only choice that makes sense not only for Women or for Latinos, but for all Americans. Vote for Hillary. I’m with her.”

Lopez functionally endorsed Clinton in April of last year, one day after Clinton announced her candidacy for the White House.

70 Nobel Prize winners endorse Hillary Clinton

In an open letter released today, 70 Nobel Prize winners endorsed Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, declaring that the former secretary of state’s election is “imperative” to the future of the country - and the world.

“It is imperative that Hillary Clinton be elected as the next President of the United States,” the laureates wrote.

“Some of the most pressing problems that the new President will face - the devastating effects of debilitating diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and cancer, the need for alternative sources of energy, and climate change and its consequences - require vigorous support for science and technology and the assurance that scientific knowledge will inform public policy,” the laureates continued, making no mention throughout the letter of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.

“Strong advocacy for science agencies, initiatives to promote innovation and sensible immigration and education policies are crucial to the continued preeminence of the U.S. scientific work force. We need a president who will support and advance policies that will enable science and technology to flourish in our country and to provide the basis of important policy decisions.”

Actor Aziz Ansari really, really wants you to vote:

A sample line from his millennial-geared get-out-the-vote advert:

There’s a fucking guy running that says he hates brown people. That’s not enough?

At least nine women have accused Trump of sexual misconduct in a variety of incidents, including unwanted kissing and groping, that span more than three decades. Many of the women spoke out after audio was released on 7 October in which Trump bragged of kissing and touching women without consent. However, others had alleged misconduct long before the tapes.

Trump has denied all claims, and in some cases publicly ridiculed the alleged victims.

Closing out his address in Colorado - a state that most recent polling shows him lagging by near-double digits - Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump tells the audience that they will become part of history by electing him.

“This is a movement like they have never seen before,” Trump said. “You’re going to look back at this election and say, this is by far the most important vote you’ve ever cast for anyone at any time. Once again we’re going to have a government of, by and for the people. You will see and be so proud of your country again and hopefully you’ll be so proud of your president again.”

“We will make America wealthy again. We will make America strong again. We will make America safe again. And we will make America great again!”

“The time for congressional term limits has finally arrived,” Trump says. He says it will end government corruption and economic stagnation.

Two-thirds congressional support would be needed for such an amendment before state ratification. Here’s how that played out in 1997:

1997 House vote on term limits constitutional amendment: pic.twitter.com/6s6l9Yj3y8

— Steve Kornacki (@SteveKornacki) October 18, 2016

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