In Vandalia, Ohio, former President Donald Trump made a bold statement on Saturday. He warned of a severe outcome if he does not win the upcoming election in November.
During a rally, Trump spoke about the potential for an escalating trade war with China concerning the automobile industry. This event was also a platform to support Republican Senate candidate Bernie Moreno, whom Trump had previously endorsed in December, just before the Ohio primary on Tuesday.
Trump addressed China’s President Xi directly at the rally. He highlighted his tough stance on trade, particularly concerning the automobile plants being constructed in Mexico. Trump’s plan involves imposing a 100% tariff on cars manufactured in Mexico and sold in the U.S. if he is re-elected. He emphasized the drastic consequences if he does not win the election, predicting a “bloodbath” for the country.
He further stressed the importance of the election, suggesting that the future of elections in the country could be at stake.
Reacting to Trump’s remarks, his campaign spokeswoman, Karoline Leavitt, criticized Biden’s policies, predicting they would lead to disastrous outcomes for the auto industry and its workers.
In contrast, James Singer, a spokesperson for Joe Biden’s campaign, highlighted Trump’s loss in the previous election by over 7 million votes. Singer accused Trump of promoting political violence and extremism, asserting that the American people would reject his approach in the upcoming November election.
Before his speech, Trump paid tribute to the “J6 choir,” a group of inmates involved in the January 6 insurrection, by standing and saluting next to the lectern as their song played. He referred to these individuals as “hostages” and promised to address their treatment upon returning to office.
Trump also made controversial remarks about undocumented immigrants and advised Catholics against voting for Biden, labeling him as a “numbskull” and claiming that Catholics were being persecuted. It’s noteworthy that Biden is the second Roman Catholic to have been elected president.