Former President Donald Trump delivered a divisive speech in Grand Rapids, Michigan, one week after a failed assassination attempt. Despite promising unity, Trump engaged in name-calling, baseless claims of election fraud, and harsh rhetoric against migrants and Democrats. Trump’s speech marked a return to his bombastic style, calling Biden and Harris names and attacking his political opponents. He also criticized the media, praised his relationship with China’s President Xi Jinping, and discussed his plans for a large deportation operation. The rally was Trump’s first public appearance since the shooting, and he thanked his supporters for their continued backing. Trump’s running mate, Sen. JD Vance, also spoke at the rally, criticizing Harris and emphasizing the need for border security. The Biden campaign criticized the rally as extreme and anti-worker. Supporters at the rally expressed confidence in Trump’s leadership and trust in his decisions. The event in Grand Rapids followed the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where Trump officially became the Republican nominee. Michigan, a crucial swing state, remains a focal point in the upcoming election, with polling showing a tight race between Biden and Trump. Despite the violence and division, Trump’s supporters remain steadfast in their belief in his leadership and policies.
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