- Trump voices concerns over crime: It's challenging to venture out for bread purchases.
Trump Challenges Dems in Michigan, Labels Cities as Dangerous
Presidential hopeful Donald Trump persisted in his campaign, opposing the Democratic National Convention, specifically in the tightly contested state of Michigan. At a gathering in Howell's police station, the 78-year-old Trump centered his remarks on the crime issue. He expressively stated, "You can't even step out to buy a loaf of bread on the city streets; you'll get shot, robbed, or raped - whatever happens." He continued, "In these magnificent cities, people live in fear, choosing to leave our nation's cities."
Trump: Blaming Dems for Crime
As traditional, Trump pointed the finger at the Democrats and their potential presidential candidate Kamala Harris for the crime surge. "Kamala Harris promises crime, mayhem, destruction, and death if given the opportunity to serve as President," he warned. "I, on the other hand, offer law, order, safety, and peace." Once again, Trump depicted immigrants as criminals, claiming, without concrete evidence, that prisons globally are becoming empty, and their former inmates are migrating to the U.S.
Trump: Comparing Himself to Al Capone
"I love my country. (...) I didn't need to do this. I wasn't required to run for the presidency on November 5th. 'I've been charged more times than Al Capone,' Trump said, referring to the infamous crime boss Al Capone (1899-1947). Regrettably, this statement is inaccurate. CNN reported, citing an Al Capone expert, that the crime lord of Chicago's criminal underworld was charged at least six times.
Trump: Legal Troubles
Trump has faced four criminal cases within the past year and a half – Georgia and Washington, D.C., for interfering with the 2020 election results, Florida for theft of secret government documents, and New York for hiding hush money payoffs. He was found guilty in one of these trials at the end of May, making him a convicted criminal.
Trump: Rejecting Accusations
Trump steadfastly denies all accusations, branding all investigations as a "political witch hunt" designed to undermine his campaign. He added, "I believe my parents would be looking down from heaven and thinking, 'He was such a good boy; I can't believe what happened.'"
Trump on the Campaign Trail
The Democratic National Convention commenced in Chicago on Monday, with Harris as the main event. In response, Trump and his vice-presidential candidate, J.D. Vance, have scheduled a tour through the heavily contested swing states. The outcomes of these states hold significant sway over the election result – it's not yet clear which candidate, Republican or Democrat, will emerge victorious.
Additional events are planned for North Carolina, Arizona, Georgia, and Nevada, among others.
In his rally, Trump highlighted the crime issue in cities, stating, "You can't even buy a loaf of bread safely on the city streets." Furthermore, he used the example of immigrants to blame the Democrats for the rise in crime.
