defended

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Donald Trump defended childhood vaccinations during a stop by “Full Measure with Sharyl Attkisson” on Sunday, saying only that he wished vaccines for infants and toddlers were smaller.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

At his first press conference after taking over from Bondi, Blanche defended investigations of individuals or groups Trump views as opponents.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

He has consistently defended prices for the tournament and has said they are in-line with other sporting events in the United States.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

U.S. military officials say they successfully defended their own vessels and two American-flagged ships that crossed out of the Gulf, but at least two others did get hit, causing a fire on one vessel.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

“How could a wall spanning the kingdom be defended? There would never be enough soldiers to guard something so vast! What does this Tiger Emperor want?”

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin