Staff Reports
Former President Donald Trump is calling on his supporters to rally behind him at the courthouse where his trial is taking place in Lower Manhattan. Despite a quiet scene outside the courthouse, Trump is disappointed by the lack of supporters gathering to show their solidarity. He believes that restrictions on protesters, such as being confined to designated areas, are infringing on their rights to free speech and assembly. Trump took to social media to urge his followers to come out and protest peacefully, criticizing the disparity in treatment between pro-Hamas demonstrators and his own supporters.
Before day 6 of the Alvin Bragg "Biden trial," President Trump talked about today's Pennsylvania primary, denounced the anti-Israel protests at Columbia and said Biden has abandoned Israel.
Trump urged PA voters to support GOP US Senate candidate Dave McCormick.
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In his posts, Trump highlighted the leniency shown towards Palestinian protesters at Columbia University compared to the heightened security measures around the courthouse. He expressed frustration at the restrictions placed on his supporters, describing the area around the courthouse as an “armed camp.” Trump raised concerns about the safety of Jewish students at Columbia University and suggested reallocating police resources to protect them.
It is concerning to see the disparity in how protesters are treated based on their political beliefs. The right to peaceful protest is a fundamental aspect of American democracy, and it is disheartening to see Trump’s supporters facing obstacles in exercising this right. The MAGA movement represents a significant portion of the population who deserve to have their voices heard without undue restrictions. Trump’s call to “RALLY BEHIND MAGA” is a reminder of the importance of standing up for one’s beliefs, even in the face of adversity.
“The best thing you can do is show America who these people really are.” @dbongino nails it because even CNN polling confirms Americans see these communist show trials for what they really are.
Leticia James campaigned on get Trump, Alvin Bragg has been fundraising off this… pic.twitter.com/GFBW6sTD07
— Insurrection Barbie (@DefiyantlyFree) April 23, 2024
