George W. Bush Congratulates Trump On Winning Election
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DALLAS (AP) - Another former president Bush is congratulating Donald Trump on winning the race for the White House.
George W. Bush said in a statement that he called Trump Wednesday. He said he and his wife, Laura, wished the president-elect and his family "our very best as they take on an awesome responsibility."
Bush added: "We pray for the success of our country and the success of our new president."
A spokesman said Bush and his wife didn't vote for Trump when casting early ballots for Tuesday's election.
Bush's father, George H.W. Bush, also called and congratulated Trump on Wednesday.
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