Instead of campaigning, lazy Donald Trump announced that he would sit at home and invite the media to his “general press conference.”
Trump tweeted, “I will be holding a press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach at 2:00 p.m. Thank you!
Trump has a long history Hold a fake press conference When he wants attention. These events often include media appearances, Trump Make small talk with them and then leave without taking them Have any questions.
Donald Trump has used this tactic frequently during his presidency Ultimately, the cable networks wouldn’t cover it unless he answered questions and would only break into the coverage when he did.
Trump is upset that Vice President Harris is drawing the largest crowds of the 2024 election cycle while not getting any attention during the campaign events that may take place one or two days a week.
Even if Trump does take questions, what will he say? The former president had no agenda. He did not participate in the campaign. This would be more of a repeat of the same tired point he has been making for years.
There is no way Trump can win this election sitting at home playing golf.
Trump’s campaign has low energy, and the former president won’t leave his home even as polls show his approval ratings slipping.
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