Trump Sets Democrats Ablaze at Arizona Rally, Warns They Will "Destroy Our Country" Before Midterms
Trump Rallies for Andy Biggs in Bullhead City, Lashes Out at Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs, Urges Arizona Voters to Turn the State Red in Honor of Charlie Kirk
Trump called Arizona gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs on stage at the midterm rally.
President Donald Trump is campaigning for Republican candidates in Bullhead, Arizona, on Wednesday, including Rep. Biggs, who praised Trump while failing to pick up veterans candidates during the State of the Union address.
President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Arizona voters on Wednesday, declaring that Democrats will "destroy our country" as he blasted the state of the union and urged his supporters to turn the state red from top to bottom.
With the election less than three weeks away, Trump rallied behind Republican gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs and a number of other GOP candidates during a campaign stop in Bullhead City, taking aim at Democratic Gov. Kathy Hobbs and calling for victory in honor of Charlie Kirk.
"On election night, Arizona will prove that America does not belong to those who hate it," Trump said. "America belongs to those who love, love, love, love - love it."
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Biggs joined Trump on stage and referenced the president's February speech to Congress, accusing Democrats of refusing to stand up when Trump challenged lawmakers on their commitment to the American people.
"Vote Republican from top to bottom," Biggs told the crowd. "Let's make Arizona red."
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Trump understood the criticism and responded to lawmakers' reactions to a veteran who was honored during the speech.
"Not one Democrat smiled or shook hands," Trump said. And that's when I looked at them and said, "You people are crazy."
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"But this is what we have," he continued. They will destroy our country.
Trump's account combined separate moments from the February 24 speech. He presented the Medal of Honor to retired Navy Capt. E. Royce Williams, who was 100 years old at the time, gave, as Trump recalled on Wednesday. He also recognized World War II veteran George "Buddy" Taggart.
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The partisan showdown over whether to stand or sit came as Trump asked lawmakers to affirm that the government's first duty is to protect American citizens, not illegal immigrants.
Republicans revolted while many Democrats remained in their seats. Separately, Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania said he stood to acknowledge the honored guests, including veterans.
On Wednesday, Trump also made repeated personal attacks on Hobbs, whom Biggs is seeking to oust, calling him a "low IQ."
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Trump praised Biggs' executive vice president, former state Sen. Sean Kerr, who is seeking to become Arizona's presidential candidate. 1st Lt. Gov.
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Trump also called on his supporters to elect Republican nominee Alex Kolodin as Secretary of State, calling him a "warrior for election integrity" and attacking Democratic incumbent Adrian Fontes.
"Actually, you look good, lead actors," Trump told Kolodin.
Trump shouted down Republican Reps. Paul Gosar, Abe Hamadeh and Eli Crane, describing Hamadeh and Crane as "warriors." He also praised congressional candidate Mark Lamb, calling him "my friend" and urging voters to send him to Washington to represent Arizona's 5th congressional district.
The rally also included a tribute to Kirk, who Trump remembered on what would have been the conservative activist's 33rd birthday.
Trump as the crowd chanted, "Charlie!
Trump offered support to Erica, Kirk's widow, and their family before turning the memorial service into a call to vote.
"In Charlie's honor, we're asking you to get out and vote," Trump said. "He was out there fighting like no one else. So let's have a big win in Charlie Kirk's honor."
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