The former president's rally at Madison Square Garden had speeches with lies and hurtful comments about race and gender, along with a scary idea of what his second term would be like if he got elected again.
The rally had some wild moments, like tech billionaire Elon Musk jumping around on stage, wrestler Hulk Hogan ripping off his shirt, and an artist painting a picture of Trump hugging the Empire State Building. Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani said he wouldn’t talk about conspiracy theories, but then he did. Tucker Carlson, a conservative commentator, called himself a slave who was freed by Trump. There was also a rare appearance by former first lady Melania Trump.
While campaigning in New York City, a place where he made his money and became famous, Trump spent time in a place where most people support the other political party. Earlier this year, he was found guilty of 34 counts of business fraud. Feeling hurt and angry, he shared his thoughts in his usual way of speaking about politics.
Speakers at the rally made some very harsh comments. They called Puerto Rico a “floating island of garbage” and said that Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris is “the devil” and “the Antichrist,” claiming she started her career as a prostitute. They accused Democrats of wanting to hurt Trump and told his supporters to “slaughter” them. The crowd also chanted “Tampon Tim” to insult Harris’s running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
One speaker, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, joked about Puerto Rico being a garbage island and made mean and racist comments about Black, Jewish, and Latino people. These groups are important for Trump to win support from, especially with the election only eight days away.
In contrast, Kamala Harris was in Philadelphia earlier that day, contacting the local Puerto Rican community. While visiting a Puerto Rican restaurant, she talked about a new plan to create more job opportunities on the island, which is about 1,100 miles south of Florida.
When it was Trump’s turn to speak at the event meant to wrap up his election campaign, he entertained the cheering crowd for over an hour. He talked about his usual complaints, like his political opponents, the migrant situation at the U.S.-Mexico border, and the economy.
He claimed that Harris was bringing in “criminal migrants” from prisons in Venezuela and the Congo to harm innocent Americans. He called the U.S. “an occupied country” and promised that if he won, Nov. 5 would be known as “Liberation Day in America.”
“On Day One, I will start the biggest deportation program in American history to remove criminals,” he said.
Trump's visit to New York City was a break from his usual campaigning elsewhere. With just a few days before Nov. 5, the rally got him a lot of media attention, which he needed because his opponent had been getting most of the focus.
He got the headlines he wanted, but if he was trying to attract more supporters, it’s unlikely that this rally, which was even more intense than usual for him, helped.
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Strong Economic Legacy: Trump claims to have left behind a thriving economy when he left office, with real GDP growth averaging 2.6% and the Dow Jones reaching record highs. In contrast, under President Biden, inflation has hurt wages, which may lead voters to favor Trump's economic policies.
Support Among Men: Trump has historically received strong support from male voters, especially younger men. Recent trends show an increase in conservative views among young men, which could expand his base further, particularly among Black and Hispanic men.
Issues with Kamala Harris: Harris's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue could alienate key Democrat voting groups, such as young adults and Arab-Americans. If her failure to engage with these communities leads to lower turnout, it may benefit Trump.
Favorable Electoral System: The U.S. electoral system tends to favor Republicans due to the distribution of electoral votes. Sparse, rural states give more weight in the Electoral College, and the winner-takes-all system can distort the results, giving Trump an advantage in crucial swing states.
Difficulties in Polling Trump Supporters: Pollsters have consistently underrepresented Trump’s support due to distrust in mainstream institutions. This skepticism may mean that negative coverage surrounding Trump doesn't sway his loyal voter base, allowing him to maintain strong support.
FAQs
Q1: What was the purpose of Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden?
The rally was part of Trump's campaign efforts leading up to the election, where he aimed to energize his supporters and share his views.
Q2: Who were some notable figures present at the rally?
The rally featured tech billionaire Elon Musk, wrestler Hulk Hogan, former Mayor Rudy Giuliani, conservative commentator Tucker Carlson, and former first lady Melania Trump.
Q3: What was the crowd's reaction during the rally?
The crowd was enthusiastic and supportive, chanting slogans and responding to the speakers' comments, even joining in with insults directed at political opponents.
Q4: What is Trump's Revenge Tour?
Trump's Revenge Tour refers to his campaign rallies where he aims to retaliate against his political opponents and energize his supporters ahead of the upcoming election.
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