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Asked by reporters on Wednesday in Washington whether he would block the acquisition if he is elected, Trump replied, "Absolutely." He said he would do it "instantaneously."

The United Steelworkers union issued a statement criticizing the planned buyout after Nippon Steel announced the deal. Some lawmakers from both the Republican and Democratic parties are also expressing opposition to the plan.

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