9/11 families knock golfers for taking ‘blood money’ from Saudi-backed tournament at Trump course

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The LIV Golf Tournament is taking place some 50 miles from the sight of the World Trade Center. Families affected by the tragedy are disgusted that the Saudi Arabian government is sponsoring the event. The families are calling this effort "sport washing" and are deeply concerned that pro golfers like Phil Mickelson are becoming a mouthpiece for the Saudis.

Published 4 months ago Photography NY Daily News

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The Independent

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The Washington Post

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The Hill

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RTÉ

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