‘I can do stuff that is unbelievable.’ Trump boasts about his self-proclaimed power and tells voters DOD will revive a Kentucky drug plant if GOP wins
President Donald Trump rallied in Kentucky to support Republican candidates during the midterms, boasting about his perceived power and potential actions if his party wins. He claimed, "I can do stuff that is unbelievable," referring to his decision to change how the U.S. government refers to the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America.
Trump also made a false claim that Google would never take his call during his first term, but now, they "kiss my ass." He further exaggerated by stating he had renamed a lake in Canada to Lake America. Trump's confidence contrasts with growing voter frustration over his administration, including soaring gas prices due to the Iran war and perceived self-serving actions.
With the outcome of the midterms crucial for his party's prospects, Trump is urging voters to "pretend that I’m on the ballot." He nominated a personal lawyer to serve as attorney general and order military strikes on drug smuggling boats, while also seeking to have his name associated with the Kennedy Center. Concerned about the potential political consequences of a Democratic win, Trump warned about the prospect of a national depression and accused Democrats of wanting to abolish the Senate and Supreme Court.
He also reiterated his false promise of providing $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans win, which would likely cost over $1 trillion and increase the budget deficit. In Kentucky, Trump had a contentious exchange with Republican candidate Ed Gallrein, praising Gallrein as a more loyal alternative to Thomas Massie, who has faced criticism for his conservative stances.
The crowd's response to Gallrein was mixed, with about half clapping at Trump's remarks and the other half silent.
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