Washington, October 26, 2024 (EFE).— Donald TrumpRepublican presidential candidate for the November 5 elections, harshly criticized the singer Beyoncéto the press and to the system of early vote and offended Detroit during a rally in Michigana key state for the upcoming presidential elections.
Trump, against early voting
The rally of Trumpwho was president of the United States from 2017 to 2021, aimed to promote early voting in Michigan, coinciding with the beginning of early voting.
However, the former president went off script and questioned that voting method.
Trump called the early voting process a “ridiculous system” and reiterated his belief that voting in a single day, with paper ballots, is safer.
Likewise, Trump once again spread conspiracy theories, already launched in 2020, about the possibility that votes cast before election day will not be counted, which is false.
Although the Republican Party is making efforts to promote early voting to increase participation in the elections, Trump assured today, Saturday, that he intends to eliminate this method, both in person and through voting by postal mail.
THANK YOU, MICHIGAN! Together, we will FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT, and VOTE, VOTE, VOTE. November 5th will be the most important day in the history of our Country! #VOTE pic.twitter.com/MyQpZYUEyq
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 26, 2024
Trump contra Beyoncé
In an argument without a clear common thread, Trump He also criticized the singer’s participation Beyoncé at a rally in Houston, his hometown, alongside the Democratic candidate and vice president, Kamala Harrisin an event dedicated to the defense of reproductive rights.
Concretely, Trump criticized Beyoncé for not having performed any songs during the rally.
“Beyoncé spoke for a couple of minutes and then left,” said the candidate, who added that the public “thought she was going to perform.”
Trump also repeatedly attacked members of the press, whom he described as “evil” and “fake.”
Trump offends Detroit
Furthermore, he again insulted the city of Detroitthe most populated in Michigan, as it did at the beginning of the month.
“Detroit makes us a developing nation,” Trump declared, alluding to the deindustrialization that the city suffered after the closure of automotive factories in the last two decades.
Trump held his rally in the town of Novi, about a 30-minute drive from Detroit.
Part of the objective of the rally was to attract the vote of the Arab community of Michigan.
Imams took part in the rally and expressed their discontent with the management of the American president, Joe Bidenabout the war in Gaza.
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**Interview with Political Analyst Jane Doe on Trump’s Recent Rally**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Jane. Let’s dive right into the recent rally held by Donald Trump in Michigan, which appears to have stirred quite a reaction. First, can you tell us about the key issues he addressed during this event?
**Jane Doe:** Absolutely, thanks for having me. Trump’s rally was significant because he criticized the early voting system, labeling it as a “ridiculous” method and advocating for traditional voting with paper ballots. He also reiterated some of his previous conspiracy theories, suggesting that votes cast before Election Day might not be counted, which has been debunked by experts.
**Interviewer:** That’s quite a stance, especially since the Republican Party is reportedly trying to promote early voting. What implications might this have for voter turnout among Republicans in Michigan?
**Jane Doe:** It’s an interesting contradiction. His comments could potentially discourage early voters, despite party efforts to increase participation. Trump’s influence is substantial among his base, so if he’s discouraging early voting, it may lead to decreased turnout from those who’d prefer to vote before Election Day due to scheduling conflicts.
**Interviewer:** At the rally, he also took issue with Beyoncé’s appearance at a Democratic event. What do you make of his criticism?
**Jane Doe:** Trump’s remarks about Beyoncé are indicative of his strategy to polarize the cultural conversation. By targeting a well-known artist like her, he is tapping into the cultural divide, appealing directly to his supporters’ sentiments. His critique, claiming that she didn’t perform at the rally, seems to be an attempt to diminish the event’s credibility and relevance.
**Interviewer:** It seems like Trump also made derogatory comments about Detroit during his speech. How do you think that will resonate with voters in that city?
**Jane Doe:** Trump’s comments about Detroit have historically been problematic. The city, being a major urban center, has a diverse population that has often felt marginalized by his rhetoric. Insulting a city that is crucial to Michigan’s identity can alienate voters, even those who might be traditionally supportive of him.
**Interviewer:** With the elections approaching, what do you think Trump’s approach at this rally tells us about his campaign strategy going forward?
**Jane Doe:** Trump’s strategy appears to rely on a mix of cultural grievances and a focus on traditional voting methods, which he believes resonate well with his base. This approach could intensify the political polarization we’ve seen in recent years. However, how effectively this message translates into actual votes in key swing states remains to be seen.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Jane, for your insights on these pivotal issues. It will certainly be interesting to see how both Trump’s rhetoric and voter sentiment evolve as the elections draw closer.
**Jane Doe:** My pleasure! It’s going to be a crucial time for American politics.
