Former President Donald Trump made a triumphant return to the campaign trail in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a week after surviving an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. Trump, who was joined by his new running mate, Ohio senator JD Vance, spoke at length, attacking his Democratic rivals Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
Trump recounted the assassination attempt, crediting immigration with saving his life as he turned his head just in time to avoid being hit by a bullet. He took shots at Biden, calling him a “feeble old guy,” and criticized the Democratic party for its leadership chaos.
The former president predicted a landslide victory in the upcoming election and talked about his usual campaign themes such as immigration, trade, and deportation. He also distanced himself from an extremist manifesto linked to his campaign, dismissing it as the work of the “severe right.”
Thousands of supporters gathered outside the arena to hear Trump speak, with tight security measures in place following the shooting incident in Pennsylvania. The event was seen as a test of Trump’s strength in a key battleground state, with polls showing him leading Biden in Michigan.
Supporters expressed their unwavering loyalty to Trump, with many waiting in line for hours to attend the rally. Despite the recent incident, Trump’s base remains enthusiastic and confident in his ability to secure another term in the White House.
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