Former President Donald Trump claimed during a speech at the Minnesota Republican Party’s annual Lincoln-Reagan dinner that he had won the state in the 2020 presidential election, despite losing to Democrat Joe Biden. He also expressed confidence in winning Minnesota in the upcoming presidential election, even though the state has not voted for a Republican candidate in over 50 years.
Trump reiterated baseless claims of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election and stated that it was essential to keep track of votes to prevent fraud in future elections. While the Trump campaign has expressed optimism about winning Minnesota in the presidential rematch, polls indicate that Biden currently holds a slight lead in the state, making it an uphill battle for Trump.
Despite the shift towards Republicans in rural areas of Minnesota in recent years, suburban areas around Minneapolis have leaned towards Democrats, reflecting a national trend. Trump’s campaign officials have not confirmed whether they plan to allocate resources to Minnesota, suggesting that the focus may be on other battleground states.
During his speech, Trump emphasized his policies on immigration and national defense, calling for massive deportations of undocumented immigrants and promising to build a new missile defense system similar to Israel’s Iron Dome. He also indicated that North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum could be a potential vice-presidential running mate, praising Burgum’s abilities and loyalty.
Throughout the evening, Trump took personal jabs at President Biden, using profanity and calling him “full of crap.” Despite trailing in most surveys in Florida, Biden’s campaign officials believe he has a chance to win the state, a common tactic for major presidential candidates to emphasize their ability to secure key states in the election.. Read More Here
