Trump Rally Media Narrative & Virginia’s Voter Rolls | 10.29.24
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Why did the legacy media compare Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden to a 1939 pro-Hitler rally?
The media made the comparison before the rally began, focusing on the venue and a joke by a comedian that did not land with the audience. They also highlighted Trump's rhetoric, despite the rally's diverse crowd.
Why is the presidential race considered extremely close as Election Day approaches?
The latest polls show Trump leading Harris by a very small margin, with some major polls indicating a tie. Trump is also performing better among certain demographics, such as Black voters, and key swing states are tightly contested.
Why is the Harris campaign ramping up criticisms of Trump, and what is the reaction from some Democrats?
The Harris campaign is intensifying criticisms, calling Trump a fascist and comparing his rally to a Nazi event. However, some Democrats, including the pro-Harris super PAC Future Forward, warn that these attacks are not effective and may be counterproductive.
Why did Virginia ask the Supreme Court to intervene regarding its voter rolls?
Virginia is appealing a court decision that blocked the state from removing self-declared non-citizens from the voter rolls, as the Biden administration argued that federal law mandates a 90-day quiet period before making systematic changes.
Why is the Biden administration opposing Virginia's efforts to remove non-citizens from voter rolls?
The Biden administration argues that some people might have forgotten to check the citizenship box or made a mistake, and it is an unfair burden to require them to respond to a letter to fix their mistake.
- Trump sold out Madison Square Garden with 20,000 attendees and a massive overflow.
- Legacy media compared the rally to a pro-Hitler event.
- Trump critic Jonathan Karl acknowledged Trump's significant movement and influence.
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