Trump Debuts Darker Hair

Photos of Trump with darker-looking hair fueled social media chatter.

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Trump appears to debut darker hair, sparking online buzz

‘What In The World?’ Trump’s Hair Glow-Up Sparks Social Media Bafflement — and Mockery

Trump's apparent hair color change sparks buzz on social media

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President Donald Trump appeared with noticeably darker, brunette hair after landing in New Jersey on Sept. 4 en route to Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, a departure from his familiar blond style. Photos showed his hair tousled by wind and his usual side part appearing reversed as he descended from Air Force One. The images prompted widespread social media speculation over whether the change was dye, a hairpiece or styling. Trump later played golf at Bedminster with Fox News anchor Bret Baier.

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Trump’s newly darker hairstyle is a startling break from his familiar blond look. The change looks strange enough to invite bafflement, mockery, and speculation about what might explain it.