Trump Deviates in Veterans Day Speech
- During a Veterans Day address, former President Donald Trump criticized the political left and accused Democrats and President Biden of various acts, including rolling back his efforts to expand veteran access to health care and endangering the troops in Afghanistan. He promised to honor veterans and to redirect funds meant for the shelter and transport of illegal aliens to homeless military veterans instead.
- Trump expressed a desire for his federal election trial to be public and televised, stating that he wants the case to be studied by everyone. His lawyers have filed papers arguing for the proceedings to be televised, aligning with a similar push by media organizations.
- In his speech, Trump also called for the execution of drug dealers, conducted an informal vote on the death penalty for drug trafficking, repeated inaccuracies on subjects like gas prices and election fraud, mocked Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida and other political figures, and praised individuals like Dana White, the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Trump’s Fiery Veterans Day Speech
Ex-President Donald J. Trump marked Veterans Day with a fiery speech, railing against what he sees as the greatest enemy of the United States: the political left. Trump pledged to combat “radical left thugs” he claims are undermining the country.
During his nearly two-hour speech in Claremont, N.H., he argued that domestic threats are more serious than foreign ones. He laid charges of election manipulation, mishandling Afghanistan, soaring inflation, and backtracking on veteran healthcare improvements at the feet of President Biden and the Democrats.
Trump’s Promises to Veterans
Trump reiterated his long-held belief that Democrats prioritize illegal immigrants over veterans, and promised to redirect funds set aside for immigrants to support homeless veterans. This echoed his 2016 campaign claims.
Courtroom Cameras
Facing multiple indictments and a civil fraud trial, Trump voiced support for courtroom transparency during a recent radio interview; a sentiment he amplified at the Veterans Day event. He argued that the public should witness his federal election trial and accused Biden of politicizing the Justice Department.
Trump found an unusual ally in mainstream media organizations, as his lawyers filed papers arguing for televised proceedings.
Death Penalty For Drug Dealers
Trump reinforced his stance on capital punishment for drug dealers, using an unofficial show of hands at the event to solidify his argument. The majority of attendees voiced their approval.
Continued Controversy
Trump repeated unfounded claims about gas prices and U.S. energy independence, the 2020 elections, and election fraud, declaring himself a proud “election denier”.
Insults and Compliments
Not sparing even fellow Republicans, he mocked Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu. Conversely, he praised Dana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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