Former President Donald Trump criticized the state of the economy under President Biden’s administration, pointing to issues such as a slow GDP growth of 1.6% and rising gas prices in California. He attributed these economic challenges to what he referred to as “Bidenomics,” while mentioning that the stock market was also experiencing declines. Trump expressed his plans to hold rallies in New York City and suggested that he could potentially win the state in the upcoming presidential election, emphasizing his focus on honoring various groups such as police, firemen, and teachers.
Trump is currently facing his second week in Manhattan court in a trial where he is facing 34 charges of falsifying business records related to a payment made to Stormy Daniels by his former personal attorney Michael Cohen. The payment was made in an effort to quiet her claims of an affair with Trump prior to the 2016 election. Prosecutors allege that the Trump Organization reimbursed Cohen and unlawfully recorded the payments as legal expenses. They are working to establish that Trump falsified records with the intention to commit or hide a second crime related to election interference.
The trial is expected to continue with testimonies from individuals such as former American Media Inc. CEO David Pecker. There is also the possibility that a ruling may be issued regarding alleged gag order violations by Trump, which could result in monetary fines for the former president. During his comments, Trump continued to criticize Biden as a “disaster” of a president, citing ongoing issues such as anti-Israel protests on college campuses and border policies. He referred to the current state of the country under Biden’s administration as one of the worst in history.
Early Thursday morning, Trump visited a construction site in the city to thank workers for their support. He mentioned a critical case at the Supreme Court regarding presidential immunity in the election interference case led by Special Counsel Jack Smith. Trump argued in favor of presidential immunity, stating that without it, the president would only have a ceremonial role. He emphasized the importance of immunity for a president to effectively carry out their duties.
In conclusion, Trump’s comments on the economy, his ongoing trial, and his criticism of Biden’s presidency reflect his continued efforts to remain in the spotlight and influence political narratives. His plans for rallies and his legal battles indicate his determination to maintain his presence in both the political and legal spheres. The Supreme Court case on presidential immunity will likely have significant implications for the future of legal proceedings involving former presidents.
