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    Trump Tower Was Built with Undocumented Polish Workers

    The construction of Trump Tower in Manhattan in the early 1980s relied heavily on undocumented Polish workers, known as the 'Polish Brigade,' who worked in dangerous conditions for below-minimum wages. Trump was sued over this labor dispute in 1983. The case was settled out of court in 1999, with Trump paying an undisclosed sum.

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    Trump Tried and Failed to Buy the NFL's Buffalo Bills Twice

    Trump attempted to purchase the Buffalo Bills NFL franchise in 2014 when the team went up for sale following owner Ralph Wilson's death. He placed a bid but was outbid by Terry Pegula, a billionaire energy magnate who paid $1.4 billion. Trump had previously tried to buy the team in the 1980s as well — both bids were unsuccessful.

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