Sources say President Trump questions authenticity of "Access Hollywood" tape

WASHINGTON (KGO) -- President Donald Trump is questioning the authenticity of the now infamous "Access Hollywood" recording.

In the off-camera conversation in 2005 Mr. Trump was heard bragging about his ability to grope women because he's "a star."

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Sources tell ABC News that the president has repeatedly questioned the tape in recent weeks, and to a Republican senator earlier this year.

This comes as the president faces growing criticism from his GOP colleagues of his defense of Roy Moore.

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