The birther conspiracy falsely claimed Barack Obama wasn't born in the U.S., making him ineligible for presidency. Promoted via media and political rhetoric, it was used to delegitimize his leadership and rally opposition. Donald Trump and far-right figures gained attention and support by fueling the lie, which persisted despite released birth records.
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