Donald Trump’s sharp criticism of the Democratic Party’s stance on terrorism has escalated partisan tensions even further.
At a Glance
- Donald Trump addressed the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) via video link in Las Vegas.
- Trump criticized Kamala Harris, claiming she represents forces against Western Civilization and Israel.
- He pledged to keep America and Israel safe if re-elected.
- Trump condemned Hamas terrorists for killing six Jewish hostages, including Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin.
Trump’s Accusations Against Democrats
Former President Donald Trump has launched a renewed attack against the Democratic Party, claiming they are unduly sympathetic to terrorists. Trump made these remarks while addressing the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) via video link at their annual confab in Las Vegas. This rhetoric comes amidst an already heated political climate, further deepening the partisan divide on issues of national security and foreign policy.
Harris Criticized by Trump
In his speech, Trump specifically targeted Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, accusing her of representing forces that oppose Western Civilization and Israel. “Kamala Harris is the candidate of the forces who want to destroy Western Civilization and Israel,” Trump told attendees via video link. “I am the candidate of those who want to defend Western Civilization, defend Israel.”
Promises of Safety and Security
The former president pledged to ensure the safety of both America and Israel if re-elected. Trump condemned Hamas terrorists for killing six Jewish hostages, including Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin, and accused the Democratic Party of sympathizing with such entities. “When I left office, America was safe. Israel was safe. The Jewish people were safe, and the whole world was at peace,” he said. “American Jews felt safe on our streets and college campuses when I was president, and we kept radical Islamic terrorists out of our country.”
Support from the RJC
Trump’s comments were met with strong support from the audience at the RJC’s event, who cheered his statements and promises. The RJC has been supportive of Trump, with the group’s chief executive, Matt Brooks, announcing a $15 million campaign to mobilize Jewish voters in swing states. Attendees displayed pro-Trump placards and expressed their dismay towards Kamala Harris.
Political Strategy and Voter Mobilization
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told the RJC’s annual confab that Israel would cease to exist if Kamala Harris wins the 2024 election. As a part of their strategy, the RJC is investing heavily to sway Jewish voters in critical swing states. Trump highlighted his foreign policy record, claiming that during his presidency, both America and Israel were secure, implying that the current administration’s policies have made these nations vulnerable.
