FORMER President Donald Trump is addressing crowds at a Save America rally at the Ford Center parking lot in Casper, Wyoming.
The venue is packed and crowd are cheering on the former president as he speaks his praises for Harriet Hageman, the Republican opponent to Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) for the state’s lone House seat.
Hageman is vying for a seat in Congress in Wyoming, where he will face incumbent Cheney, who was formally censured by the Republican National Committee (RNC) in February after she participated in the Jan. 6 committee.
Per Politico, Trump endorsed Hageman before the Wyoming GOP primary, saying: “Harriet has my Complete and Total Endorsement in replacing the Democrats’ number one provider of sound bites, Liz Cheney.”
From Reps. Matt Gaetz and Lauren Boebert to video speeches from House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and House GOP conference chair Elise Stefanik, a host of speakers joined Trump on stage.
Trump was set to take the stage at 6pm EST, but didn’t begin speaking until about 6.40.
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Mid-term predictions
Trump says he believes the Republicans will win several upcoming elections. He said he especially believes the House will gain many Republican members.
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“Liz, you’re fired.”
Trump used his famous line from The Apprentice while addressing Liz Cheney. He said Wyoming voters will oust her from congress and be able to tell her she’s fired.
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Comments on January 6
The former president said the “so-called” insurrection on January 6 was made up as a hoax by Hillary Clinton and other democrats.
He also compared the investigation looking into it to a “witch hunt.”
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War with Russia
Trump says other countries respected him and the possibility of war was never an issue while he was in office. Now, he says members of the government are looking to go to war with Russia and other countries.
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Trump calls the press Fake News
During his speech Trump shielded his eyes to get a look at the press area,
He commented on how many members of the press were there, before questioning why and saying they were “fake news.”
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“Joe’s gotta go”
The crowd began to chant “Joe’s gotta go,” during Hageman’s speech.
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“This is MAGA country”
Trump calls Wyoming “MAGA country,” before telling the crowd many democrats are “against Wyoming.”
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“Don’t let the Democrats vote for you”
President Trump urged the crowd to get to the polls to cast their votes.
He alluded to issues in Georgia’s voting system. Georgia just had their primaries.
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“We’re fed up”
Hageman says the entire state of Wyoming is “fed up,” with issues brought on by “incompetent federal agencies.”
She said these issues could turn the US into a “third-world country.”
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Trump takes the stage
Although he was scheduled to speak at 6pm, Trump has just taken the stage at 6,40.
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‘Save America!’
Many Trump supporters at rallies were waving signs that read “Save America!”
Trump’s website explains what this is about: “Over the past four years, my administration delivered for Americans of all backgrounds like never before.”
“Save America is about building on those accomplishments, supporting the brave conservatives who will define the future of the America First Movement, the future of our party, and the future of our beloved country. “
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Warm welcome
The crowd chanted her name and shouts of “We love you,” could be heard as Hageman took the stage.
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Harriet Hageman takes the stage
The candidate was introduced as “Wyoming’s next congresswoman.”
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Hour-long speech
President Trump is expected to speak for about an hour
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Trump running late
President Trump has not taken the stage yet
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“100 percent capacity”
Two reporters from Right Side Broadcasting who are at the rally claimed the Wyoming Center is at 100 percent capacity and all the seats are filled.
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President Trump to speak soon
President Trump will be taking the stage in 10 minutes
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How many times has Trump been impeached, continued
Democrats in the House of Representatives voted to impeach Trump for a second time after the events at the US Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Trump is the first president in US history to be impeached twice after the House charged him with “incitement of insurrection” on January 13, 2021, over the US Capitol siege.
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How many times has Trump been impeached?
On December 18, 2019, an action on impeachment was initiated against former President Donald Trump when the House of Representatives approved articles of impeachment on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.
The representatives pointed to Trump pressuring Ukraine to investigate 2020 political rival Biden while withholding as leverage military aid, as well as attempting to block a House investigation.
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Who is Harriet Hageman?
Harriet Hageman is running against Liz Cheney for the only Wyoming seat in Congress.
Hageman wrote on her website: “Here in Wyoming, we have a long and proud history of standing up against an overbearing government.”
“And now, we are fighting back against big government bureaucrats who want to manage our lands, control our lives, and dictate what we are allowed to think and say.”
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Food vendors and entertainment at venue
All of the arena’s food and beverage vendors will be open and running on Saturday, according to Oil City News.
Outside food trucks will be there, but Murphy doubts that the Secret Service will allow outside food to be carried inside.
Due to security concerns, he also stated that entrance inside the arena would be prohibited.
The entertainment will begin at 1pm.
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A message from Matt Gaetz
Matt Gaetz spoke in a recorded message at the event. He said Liz Cheney is “Nancy Pelosi’s puppet.”
He endorsed candidate Harriet Hageman who is running for congress. Former President Donald Trump is also expected to endorse Hageman.
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Florida Congresswoman speaks
Florida congresswoman Kat Cammack spoke at the event. She discussed the Robb Elementary school shooting with a reporter after the event.
“This is not a legislative fix, this is a culture war, this is good VS evil,” she said when asked about the cause of the shooting.
Cammack also said schools should be secured in an effort to protect school children.
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Trump’s first trip to Wyoming
This event is the first time Trump has had an event in Wyoming.
For many attendees, this is their first rally. During his other campaigns, he largely visited battleground states like Florida, Georgia, and Iowa.
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Restricted items at the rally
There is a comprehensive list of forbidden items at the rally.
Chairs, coolers, firearms and other weapons, laser pointers, noisemakers, tripods, and bags bigger than 12 inches by 14 inches by 5 inches are all forbidden.
According to Oil City News, everyone will be screened by the Secret Service before entering the premises, and participants are encouraged to come before noon.
