In the lead-up to the November election, former President Donald Trump took to the iconic Madison Square Garden stage, delivering a powerful closing argument to rally his supporters. The event wasn't just a typical campaign stop; it marked a significant moment that encapsulated his ongoing grievances and the contentious political climate surrounding the election. Trump’s speeches have always been marked by intensity and a distinctive rhetorical style, and this rally was no exception.
As Trump speaks to his audience, he often reflects on past events that shaped his political journey. His remarks are not only aimed at energizing his base but also serve to establish a narrative that positions him against perceived enemies, including his main rival, Vice President Kamala Harris. The atmosphere at the rally was electric, with supporters expressing their loyalty and enthusiasm for his candidacy.
At this rally, the former president reiterated many of his long-standing critiques, particularly directed at Harris, labeling her as incompetent and unqualified for her role. This rhetoric, while polarizing, is a hallmark of Trump's communication style, aimed at reinforcing his image as a fighter for the American people against what he describes as a failing political establishment.
- The rally represents a bookend to the launch of Trump’s presidential campaign in 2015, when he announced his White House bid after descending a gold escalator at Trump Tower.
- One of the speakers, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, made disparaging comments about Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory. The Trump campaign sought to distance itself from the comments.
Days before the November election, when presidential candidates typically barnstorm battleground states, former President Trump delivered a fiery, bombastic closing argument that summed up years of grievances against his perceived enemies, including Democratic rival Kamala Harris, at a rally at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday.
Trump repeated attacks on Harris’ intellect, calling her a “very low-IQ individual” and “a vessel” who “can’t put two sentences together” during remarks that lasted well over an hour.
“She is grossly incompetent,” he told about 20,000 people in the packed historic arena. “She’s unfit for office. Everyone knows it. No one respects her, no one trusts her, no one takes her seriously. ... On issue after issue, Kamala broke it, but I will fix it.”
Harris’ campaign described the event as “fully off the rails” before Trump spoke.
