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What is a 'predecessor'?
A predecessor is the person who held a position before the current occupant. In this story, the current US president blames his 'predecessor' for giving weapons to Ukraine. This often happens in politics, where new leaders critique the decisions or legacy of those who came before them, shaping current policy and public opinion.
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