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Trump stops at Cuban restaurant after his arrest where supporters pray over him and sing ‘Happy Birthday’

Ex-president facing 37 charges related to handling of classified documents

Josh Marcus
San Francisco
Wednesday 14 June 2023 16:35 BST
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Trump departs for Miami courthouse to face federal charges

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Donald Trump was met with a circus scene on Tuesday in Miami as he was in Florida to face 37 federal charges over his alleged mishandling of classified documents.

In a packed restaurant in the Little Havana, supporters alternatively prayed over the ex-president and sang him happy birthday, in honour of his 77th birthday, which is on Wednesday.

Mr Trump also posed for a photo with MMA fighter Jorge Masvidal and declared, “Food for everyone!” inspiring cheers from his fans.

Earlier that day, Ms Trump was in a federal courthouse, where he pleaded not guilty to 37 charges related to his handling of government documents after leaving the White House.

This is a breaking news story and will be updated with new information.

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