As the 2024 presidential campaign heats up, former President Donald Trump remains a polarizing figure, rallying his base in Las Vegas while facing a probation interview related to his hush money case. Trump’s recent rally in Sunset Park drew thousands, where he continued to attack President Joe Biden’s policies, particularly on immigration, and made bold promises, such as eliminating taxes on tips for service workers. His endorsement of Republican U.S. Senate candidate Sam Brown marks a strategic move in the political battleground of Nevada and comes amid a surge in campaign donations following his felony conviction —a sign of his enduring appeal among Republican voters. Trump’s legal woes, including the loss of his right to carry a weapon and a forthcoming probation interview, have not deterred his supporters, who proudly don ‘I’m voting for the convicted felon’ attire at rallies. The campaign is as much a legal battle as it is a political one, with Trump’s team challenging the Manhattan DA’s case and calling for U.S. Supreme Court intervention, while Biden has criticized Trump as a threat to democracy. As Trump prepares for his interview from Mar-a-Lago, his claims of a stolen election and dire warnings of World War III if he loses continue to energize his base.
Key points
- Trump continues his 2024 campaign with a rally in Las Vegas, endorsing Senate candidate Sam Brown.
- Despite a felony conviction, Trump’s campaign sees a surge in donations and unwavering support from his base.
- Trump faces a probation interview on Monday, which is a required step before his July sentencing.
- Biden and Trump exchange barbs over immigration policies and executive orders ahead of the presidential election.
