Former President Trump drew a massive crowd of over 12,000 at his rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he joked about his hair and highlighted his unifying message. The event marked his first rally since surviving an assassination attempt and since Ohio Sen. JD Vance joined him on the ticket.
Former President Trump returned to the campaign trail on Saturday with a rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan, before a packed Van Andel Arena. The crowd, estimated to be over 12,000, cheered enthusiastically as Trump delivered a speech that touched on both his unifying message and his trademark humor.
In a lighthearted moment, Trump paused his remarks to address his hair, which was on display on a large screen behind him. "I have to just interject, if you would turn off those cameras… see the screen up there of me? That’s very severe, that comb over that’s a severe sucker," Trump quipped. "It looks OK from the other side, but that is very severe. I apologize. Man, I looked up there, I said, ‘Whoa, look at that.’ Wow. That’s like a work of art."
Trump Pokes Fun at Own Hair, Unifies Country at Grand Rapids Rally
The remarks drew laughter from the audience and were seen as a sign of Trump's willingness to poke fun at himself. It also fit with the unifying message he has been emphasizing since the Republican National Convention, where he officially accepted the party's nomination for president for the third time.
"We are one people, one family, and one glorious nation," Trump said. "We are all Americans, and we are all in this together."
Trump Pokes Fun at Own Hair, Unifies Country at Grand Rapids Rally
Trump's unifying message resonated with the crowd, which was filled with a diverse cross-section of supporters. Many wore Trump hats and shirts, while others held signs with slogans such as "Make America Great Again" and "Trump 2024."
Ohio Sen. JD Vance, who was nominated to be Trump's running mate earlier this month, also spoke at the rally. Vance continued to make the pitch that Trump will fight for blue-collar workers in states such as Michigan.
Trump Pokes Fun at Own Hair, Unifies Country at Grand Rapids Rally
"I'm running for vice president because I believe in Donald Trump and I believe in this country," Vance said. "And I believe that together, we can make America great again."
Trump echoed that theme in his speech, touting his proposal to eliminate taxes on tips while noting all the different types of workers that receive them.
Trump Pokes Fun at Own Hair, Unifies Country at Grand Rapids Rally
"Barbers get tips. I don’t give mine a big tip because I don’t think they do a very good job," Trump joked to laughs from the audience. ".
The rally was a success for the Trump campaign, which is looking to build momentum ahead of the November election. The large crowd and enthusiastic atmosphere were seen as a sign that Trump's message is resonating with voters.
In addition to his unifying message, Trump also used his speech to attack President Biden and the Democratic Party. He accused Biden of being weak on crime and immigration and of mishandling the economy.
The rally was also a reminder of the dangers that Trump and his supporters face. One week before the Grand Rapids event, Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Despite the threats, Trump has vowed to continue holding rallies and meeting with voters. He believes that his personal connection with his supporters is essential to winning the election.
The Grand Rapids rally was a major success for the Trump campaign. It showed that Trump's message is resonating with voters and that he is still a powerful force in American politics.
