Donald Trump’s rally in Michigan, marking the 100th day of his second term, bore a strong resemblance to a campaign event. During this 90-minute speech, he erroneously asserted victory in the 2020 presidential election, danced to “YMCA,” and acknowledged long-time supporters.
Addressing the “Front Row Joes,” Trump expressed nostalgia for campaigning, stating, “I miss you guys. I miss the campaign.”
While the rally celebrated his 100-day milestone, Trump also reveled in the audience’s enthusiasm, criticized President Joe Biden for national issues, and claimed he was not getting due recognition for his presidency’s achievements.
Trump highlighted his administration’s deportations of alleged gang members from Venezuela to El Salvador, a policy currently facing legal challenges. Recently, the Supreme Court temporarily blocked new deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, which had facilitated more than 200 deportations to El Salvador.
He dismissed court objections, asserting the deportations are proceeding rapidly, and aired a video depicting prisoners being transported to El Salvador, which was met with applause from the crowd.
Trump defended his tariff policy, which has sparked concern among economists and consumers, citing it as a means of rectifying perceived trade injustices. He claimed these tariffs on Chinese goods aimed to protect American jobs.
On Tuesday, however, Trump signed executive actions to provide relief to automakers assembling cars domestically and indicated a flexible approach to his trade policies with a veiled threat to non-compliant companies.
He also criticized the media and pollsters, dismissing unfavorable approval ratings as “fake polls,” and targeted Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for not reducing interest rates, asserting his own superior economic knowledge.
Trump frequently criticized former President Biden during the rally, accusing him of causing high inflation, admitting criminals, and unfair trade deals, even asking attendees for suggestions on insulting Biden.
The crowd demonstrated support for a potential third term for Trump, despite constitutional restrictions. He suggested serving beyond two terms, prompting cheers and calls for a third term from the audience. Communications aide Margo Martin further incited enthusiasm by mentioning “Trump 2028,” which was met with loud approval.
